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From SOMA Two Towns For All AgesNow through April 14thGet your taxes done close to home for Free!AARP Foundation’s Tax Aide Program offers free basic tax preparation for moderate income and elderly taxpayers. The service is open to any taxpayer with no residency restrictions.South Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland Road, South OrangeTuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15 to 11:30 am. To make an appointment in South Orange, call the library reference desk, 973-762-0230. Burgdorff Center, 10 Durand Road, MaplewoodMondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 12 pmTo make an appointment in Maplewood, go tohttps://taxappointment.aarp.org/s/registration?locationId=a1ro0000000Cy9HAASor call 973-433-6369 and leave a message. Appointments are available now through April 13th.Now Through May 1stREVEALED: INTIMATE RENDERINGS OF THE GRAND CANYON FreeThe Herb + Milly Iris Gallery at SOPAC is open Monday-Saturday, Noon – 6 pm.Imagine holding the vastness of the 277-mile Grand Canyon in your hand. That is precisely what internationally renowned artist Marite? Vidales has achieved in her exhibition, REVEALED: Intimate Renderings of the Grand Canyon. Each of the 46 intimate and paradoxical works, some as small as 6 inches, are painted pine barks set in tonal shadow frames, inspiring questions about landscape, environment and her own media.April, May, and JuneSpring 2022 Tech Teens Helping SeniorsEvery 1st & 3rd Saturday in April, May, and JuneSouth Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland RoadHave Tech Questions? Seniors can work one-on-one with a knowledgeable teen volunteer to provide technology assistance. You can learn to Set Up a Device, Configure Your Email, Print Files, Organize Photos, Download eBooks, Set Up Social Media(FaceTime, Zoom, etc.) and more! Sessions will be held indoors, or outside of the library as the weather permits.Session dates:April 2nd & 16thMay 7th & 21stJune 4th & 18thSession times:1st session 10:00 - 10:45 am2nd session 10:45 - 11:30 amTo sign up, call and speak with a Reference librarian, 973-762-0230, or send an email to librarian@sopl.org.Once a Month, March through SeptemberBlood Pressure, Blood Sugar, and Cholesterol Health Screening, Monthly on Mondays, 2 – 3:30 pm (dates provided below) FreeMaplewood Senior Center, 106 Burnett Avenue, MaplewoodThe Maplewood Health Department and Braven Health have collaborated to offer free wellness blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol screenings once a month. Open to all Maplewood and South Orange residents, 18 and up. The service will be provided on Mondays from 2 to 3:30 pm on March 28th April 25thMay 23rdJune 27thJuly 25thAugust 29thSeptember 26th No registration needed. Save the Dates for These May Events Maplewood Garden Club Plant SaleThursday, May 5th, Friday, May 6th and Saturday, May 7thSelection includes vegetables, herbs, annuals, hundreds of perennial, house plants, shrubs, and shade trees organized by shade, part-shade and sun. Maplewood pool parking lot. Check their website for details, https://maplewoodgardenclub.org/. Plant sale hours are:Thursday, May 5th, 8 am to 8 pmFriday, May 6, 8 am to 8 pmSaturday, May 7th, 8 am to 4 pmIndoor Repair Café Returns!Saturday, May 7th, 1 - 4 pm FreeMorrow Church, 600 Ridgewood Road, MaplewoodBring your beloved items in need of repair. Our volunteer experts will lend their talents to fix lamps, jewelry, bikes, small electronics, clothing, furniture and more, as well as sharpen knives! Please contact the SOMA Two Towns office at 973-558-0863 or soma2towns@gmail.com identifying what you need repaired and the time you plan to arrive. April Events Sunday, April 3rdTrail Work Crew Volunteer Day, 9am-12pm. FreeSouth Mountain Reservation, South Mountain ConservancyMeet at: Locust Grove Parking Lot off Glen Ave in Millburn.(Best parking is across the street in the commuter lot near the library.)The group will be working on improving the area near the Fairy Trail.Trail work can be physically challenging. Participants must be 15+ years. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Participants should plan on bringing gloves, though backup gloves will be available. Tools, water, and a snack will be provided. (Registration is not required). For more details visit www.somocon.org/events/ Treasure or Trinket? Antiques Appraisals, 2 to 4 pm FreeDurand Hedden House and Garden at The Woodland, 60 Woodland RdLearn more about how to assess the value of your antiques with expert appraiser Nick Dawes. Nick, a Millburn resident, is Senior Vice President of Heritage Auctions, and a regular on Antiques Roadshow.Important visitor guidelines: Limit 2 items per personDo bring ceramics, glass, metalwork, and small pieces of furnitureDon’t bring books, coins, jewelry, paintings, or prints For more information go to durandhedden.org. Tuesday, April 5th Cherry Blossom Ride Through Branch Brook Park, 10:30 am, $5With over 4,000 cherry blossom trees, Branch Brook Park outranks every other cherry blossom collection in the world. Enjoy the ride, take in the beauty of the blossoms, and have light refreshment at the Senior Center upon return. The bus will depart from DeHart Community Center at 10:30 am. Seats are limited so registration is required Go to Programs (recdesk.com). Technology Assistance Senior for Older Adults, 3 to 4 pm FreeMondays and Tuesday in AprilMorrow Church, 600 Ridgewood Road, MaplewoodSOMA Two Towns for All Ages is pleased to work with Seton Hall University again to delivery technology assistance for our older adult SOMA community. Each workshop session will include a 10-minute presentation followed by 1:1 assistance with any questions you have about using your cell phone, tablet, or laptop. The classes are interactive so please bring your device with you! Workshop dates are:Monday, April 4th Tuesday, April 5thMonday, April 11th Tuesday, April 12thMonday, April 25 Tuesday, April 26thYou can register for as few or as many sessions as you like. To register, Contact SOMA Two Towns to register, 973-558-0863 or soma2towns@gmail.com. Wednesday April 6th Sherlock Holmes Returns, $75Musical Comedy bus trip, Hunterdon Hills PlayhouseTransportation, performance, and lunch are included. Call Michelle Wesley at the Maplewood Senior Center, 973-763-0750, to reserve a spot. Bus departs at 10:30 am. Seats are limited so registration is required Go to Programs (recdesk.com). Poetry Reading with Tina Kelley and Marina Carreira, 7 pm FreeDeHart Community CenterJoin our Maplewood Library in celebration of National Poetry Month with readings by local poets Tina Kelley and Marina Carreira. Won’t You BEE My Neighbor, 7:30 pm FreeMaplewood Garden Club at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Avenue, Maplewood.Adriana Compagnoni, a local beekeeper, will share fun facts about bees that she learned in her years of beekeeping, some little-known facts about bees and beekeeping, and recommendations on what suburban gardeners can do to help the bees. Adriana’s presentation will follow a brief business meeting and conclude with a Q&A session. For meeting details, please go to MGC’s website, www.maplewoodgardenclub.org. Tuesday, April 5thHow To Be An Anti-Racist Book Discussion, 5 to 6 pm, Virtual FreeJoin Seton Hall University Associate Professor Jon Radwan as he leads a discussion of the 2019 New York Times Best-Seller, How To Be An Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi. Kendi combines personal memoir with clear text-book style definitions of terms to explain his own journey out of a racist mindset into anti-racist action. All are welcome to attend. For more information and to register, go to https://events.shu.edu/view/event/date/20220405/event_id/19013. The ABC’s of ASL (American Sign Language), 7 to 8 pm Virtual FreeSouth Orange Public LibraryLed by Laura Bacine with Laurellie Jacobs-Martinez. Register here https://tinyurl.com/abcsofasl. G(r)ay Matter Book Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeOur April title is The Natural Mother of the Child by Krys Malcolm Belc For more information go to maplewoodlibrary.org Wednesday, April 6thCreative Writing, 1 pm outdoors (weather permitting) and virtually FreeUsing a prompt you will find your inner writer. This event will be held outside the library (weather permitting) and virtually on Zoom. Click here to join. Thursday, April 7thRead Around the World: Cuba, 7 pm (virtual) FreeOur April title is The Cuban Comedy by Pablo Medina. For more information go to maplewoodlibrary.org Friday, April 8thSpecial Conversations lecture series, 1 pm Virtual FreeSouth Orange Public LibraryJoin the discussion on American Poetry and the Spirit with guest speaker John Wargacki, Professor of English at Seton Hall University. Click here to join. Reservation Hike, 10 am to 12 pm FreeEnjoy a 4-mile hike w/Gail WaimonRegistration is required. For details & registration go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oakdale-no-swan-boats-for-us-wgail-waimon-tickets-304152788177 (registration closes Thurs., April 7 @ 5pm) Saturday, April 9thYarn & Fiber Arts Group, 10-noon FreeMaplewood Library Hilton BranchAn in-person gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Sunday, April 10thReservation Hike: 3.5-4 miles w/Lou Nocito, 10 am -12:30 pm FreeRegistration is required. For details & registration go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oakdale-from-mayapple-wlou-nocito-tickets-304158735967. (registration closes Fri., April 8th)Thursday, April 14thBooks Now and Then Book Group. 7 pm (virtual) FreeA reading and discussion of selected classic and contemporary poetry. For a copy of the selections, please email programs@maplewoodlibrary.org after registering. REGISTER. Monday, April 18th – Friday, April 29thMaplewood Library Ideas Festival, FreeNow in its 8th year, the Maplewood Library Ideas Festival celebrates the talent and creativity of our community and will include both in-person and virtual events. In-person events will follow Township safety guidelines and protocols. As always, all programs are free and open to the public. The full line-up of events follows below, but highlights will be the presentations of the Literary Award and Carol Buchanan Award. This year, the Library is pleased to announce Ibi Zoboi as the recipient of the Maplewood Literary Award and the 2022 Carol Buchanan Award for Outstanding Contribution to Civic and Intellectual Life will be presented to Nancy Solomon.Monday, April 18thIdeas Festival: Theater Panel: Managing Creatively During the Pandemic, 7 pm at the WoodlandSara Farrington, Becky Gulsvig and Sandy Rustin will talk about what kept their creativity and enthusiasm for their craft alive during the pandemic. In conversation with Amanda Eigen. Tuesday, April 19thIdeas Festival: Food 52’s Emma Laperruque, 7 pm on ZoomEmma Laperruque, the food editor at Food52, is and an award-winning columnist and author of Big Little Recipes. In conversation with Hank Zona. Wednesday, April 20thIdeas Festival: Dr. Joshua Sharfstein, 7 pm at The WoodlandDr. Joshua M. Sharfstein is a Professor of the Practice in Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, where he also serves as Vice Dean for Public Health Practice and Community Engagement. He is the Director of the Bloomberg American Health Initiative. In conversation with Emily Witkowski. Friday, April 22ndIdeas Festival: Ibi Zoboi, Receiving the 8th Annual Maplewood Literary Award, 7 pm, at the WoodlandIbi Zoboi is a the New York Times bestselling author for children and teens. Her most recent book is Star Child: A biographical constellation of Octavia Estelle Butler. Monday, April 25th Ideas Festival: Christina Swarns, Executive Director of The Innocence Project, 7 pm at the WoodlandChristina Swarns is the Executive Director of the Innocence Project. The Innocence Project works to free the innocent, prevent wrongful convictions, and create fair, compassionate and equitable systems of justice for everyone. In conversation with Marie McGehee. Tuesday, April 26thIdeas Festival: Tim Hwang: Silicon Valley and the Future of Innovation, 7 pm at the WoodlandTim Hwang is a writer and researcher, currently the general counsel at Substack and author of Subprime Attention Crisis, a book about the online advertising bubble. In conversation with Jon Gertner. Wednesday, April 27thIdeas Festival: Nancy Solomon, Receiving the Carol Buchanan Award, 7 pm at the WoodlandNancy Solomon is a senior reporter and founding managing editor of New Jersey Public Radio. Nancy is a Peabody Award winning journalist who has produced more than a hundred stories for NPR. In conversation with Deborah Goldstein. Friday, April 29thIdeas Festival: Mandy Gonzalez…Fearless! 3:30 pm at Maplewood Town HallMandy Gonzalez is currently starring in the hit Broadway musical Hamilton and is the author of the Fearless books for middle grade readers.Tuesday, April 19th Lunch and Learn: Rapid SOS, 11 am FreeMaplewood Senior CenterLearn how to set up a free emergency profile so that in the event of a 911 emergency, dispatchers will have information, even if you are unable to speak. Wednesday, April 20thCreative Writing, 1 pm outdoors (weather permitting) and virtually FreeUsing a prompt you will find your inner writer. This event will be held outside the library (weather permitting) and virtually on Zoom. Click here to join.Friday, April 22ndMemory Screening, 10 am to 3 pm FreeEssex County Division of Senior Services has 30 minute memory screening appointments available on the hour and half hour at the Bauer Community Center in Taylor Park, Millburn. Registration starts April 4th. No same day appointments. Please call, 973-564-7091, or email jhawkins@millburntwp.org Appointments will be made on a first come basis. A waiting list will be established, if necessary. Special Conversations lecture series, 1 pm: Virtual FreeSouth Orange Public LibraryJoin this special session for a virtual discussion on The Art of Matchmaking: Centering Nature in Cities with distinguished guest speaker Tenisha Malcolm, Director of Cities Program at Nature Conservancy NJ. Click here to join.Friday, April 22nd to Saturday, April 30thEarth Week Celebration at South Mountain ReservationSouth Mountain ConservancyFriday, April 22ndEarth Day Hike w/ Gail Waimon, 4+ miles, 10 am to 12:30 pm FreeRegistration is required. For details & registration go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/earth-day-hike-joyful-tulip-springs-wgail-waimon-tickets-304172567337. (registration closes Thurs., April 21 @ 5pm) Artist Workshop @ The Wildflower Sculpture Park, 1pm-3pm $510 Bear Ln, Maplewood, NJ, South Mountain ConservancyLearn how to make plastic flowers with Natalya Khorover, whose piece “Speaking of Birds” is currently on display at the Wildflower Sculpture Park. Participants are asked to bring in used single use plastic bags from which the artist will demonstrate making flowers. This is a hands-on workshop where everyone attending can contribute and make their own flowers. At the end you will have several flowers to take home, or tie to our fence at the dog park.Registration is required, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/natalya-khorover-workshop-making-flowers-from-single-use-plastic-tickets-276932030157 Sunday, April 24thForest Regeneration Volunteer Day, 9am-12pm FreeMeet at the dog statue at 11 Bear Lane, Maplewood NJ, South Mountain ConservancyForest Regeneration activities focus on the areas in and around the fenced 14 acre Forest and Wildflower Preserve located near the Dog Park in the Reservation. Within the Preserve, activities may include planting, removal of invasive plants, removal of invasive control materials such as large tarps, and maintenance of trails. Ages 12 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult and a waiver form may need to be completed. Pre-registration is not required. Please dress appropriately! Wear long pants, closed toe shoes or rain boots, bug spray, and layer as needed. We supply gloves and water. For information, contact Program Coordinator Christy Zolty at forestregen@[somocon.org (https://somocon.org/) Saturday, April 30thTrash Tacklers & Clean Green Jersey Cleanup @ Bramhall Terrace, 10am-1pmClose out SMC's Earth Week Celebration by giving back to the place that brings us so much joy! Join Clean Green Jersey, South Mountain Conservancy, and the Coalition to Save South Mountain Reservation for a community cleanup event! Register through email CleanGreenJersey@gmail.com to help us best prepare for a successful event! Artist Demo @ The Wildflower Sculpture Park, 1:30-3pm. FreeDog Sculpture near Dog Park, South Mountain ConservancyLet artist Oki Fukunaga show you how to make intriguing sculptures with just wire coat hangers! Oki has 2 sculptures on display at the Wildflower Sculpture park, *Spore* and *Polypore*. You can watch Oki demonstrate his technique and then we will supply you with materials to try it out for yourselves. We will meet near the dog sculpture at the Wildflower Sculpture Park near the entrance to the dog park at South Mountain Reservation. In case of rain, we will move to the nearby south picnic shelter at Summit Field in the reservation, a 2 minute walk from the sculpture park. Registration is NOT required. For more details visit www.somocon.org/events/. Additional Family EventsGo to the South Mountain Conservancy website for family Earth Week family events, Upcoming Events – South Mountain Conservancy (somocon.org). Saturday, April 23rdMakers Mayhem, 1 – 4 pm FreeSouth Orange Public LibraryThe 7th annual Makers Mayhem will continue this year’s Makers Month theme, sustainABILITY: reuse, repurpose & reimagine. To create an interactive experience for everyone, there will be arts and crafts, an Earth Day celebration and more! Check the SOPL website for more information, sopl.org.Monday, April 25thBook Discussion: "The Witch of Lime Street" by David Jaher, Virtual, 7 pm FreeJoin this literary group for a intriguing discussion. Click https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87584973112 to join. Contact book group moderator Nancy Janow at njanow@sopl.org with questions. Thursday, April 28thSpecial Conversations lecture series, 1 pm: Virtual FreeJoin this special virtual discussion on Good Eggs: Writing the Generational Novel with Humor, Pathos, and Wit with distinguished guest speaker Rebecca Hardiman, local author of “Good Eggs”. Click here to join. Maplewood Senior Center Outdoor Excursion to Ocean GroveGet in the spirit of spring and summer. You are invited to enjoy the beach and boardwalk in Ocean Grove. Transportation is free, you are on your own for lunch and shopping. To register, contact Michelle Wesley at (973) 763-0750 or MichelleW@twp.maplewood.nj.us. Seats are limited so registration is required Go to Programs (recdesk.com). Saturday, April 30th, 1-5 pm and Sunday, May 1st ,1-4 pmFriends of SOPL Jewelry SaleSouth Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland Road, South Orange, NJ 07079The Friends of the South Orange Public Library will hold a Mother’s Day Jewelry Sale to benefit the South Orange Public Library on Saturday April 30, 2022, 1-5 pm and Sunday May 1st, 1-4 pm in the library. The sale will feature a large selection of vintage and costume boutique jewelry in a moderate range of prices to suit any budget from $2 to $200. Pick up something special for everyone on your list and support the South Orange Public Library at the same time! Saturday, April 30th Birdwatching Expedition, 7am-10am, rain or shineMaplewood Memorial Park Conservancy (MMPC)Join MMPC and a flock of bird nerds, lead by the very knowledgeable Robin M. We will be traversing Maplewood Memorial Park in search of birds passing through during spring migration, as well as looking for some of the usual suspects that reside here all year. The event is free but limited to 15 people. If interested, please email laratomlin.art@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Binoculars necessary and good walking shoes encouraged.
From SOMA Two Towns For All AgesNow through April 14thGet your taxes done close to home for Free!AARP Foundation’s Tax Aide Program offers free basic tax preparation for moderate income and elderly taxpayers. The service is open to any taxpayer with no residency restrictions.South Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland Road, South OrangeTuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15 to 11:30 am. To make an appointment in South Orange, call the library reference desk, 973-762-0230. Burgdorff Center, 10 Durand Road, MaplewoodMondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 12 pmTo make an appointment in Maplewood, go tohttps://taxappointment.aarp.org/s/registration?locationId=a1ro0000000Cy9HAASor call 973-433-6369 and leave a message. Appointments are available now through April 13th.Now Through May 1stREVEALED: INTIMATE RENDERINGS OF THE GRAND CANYON FreeThe Herb + Milly Iris Gallery at SOPAC is open Monday-Saturday, Noon – 6 pm.Imagine holding the vastness of the 277-mile Grand Canyon in your hand. That is precisely what internationally renowned artist Marite? Vidales has achieved in her exhibition, REVEALED: Intimate Renderings of the Grand Canyon. Each of the 46 intimate and paradoxical works, some as small as 6 inches, are painted pine barks set in tonal shadow frames, inspiring questions about landscape, environment and her own media.April, May, and JuneSpring 2022 Tech Teens Helping SeniorsEvery 1st & 3rd Saturday in April, May, and JuneSouth Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland RoadHave Tech Questions? Seniors can work one-on-one with a knowledgeable teen volunteer to provide technology assistance. You can learn to Set Up a Device, Configure Your Email, Print Files, Organize Photos, Download eBooks, Set Up Social Media(FaceTime, Zoom, etc.) and more! Sessions will be held indoors, or outside of the library as the weather permits.Session dates:April 2nd & 16thMay 7th & 21stJune 4th & 18thSession times:1st session 10:00 - 10:45 am2nd session 10:45 - 11:30 amTo sign up, call and speak with a Reference librarian, 973-762-0230, or send an email to librarian@sopl.org.Once a Month, March through SeptemberBlood Pressure, Blood Sugar, and Cholesterol Health Screening, Monthly on Mondays, 2 – 3:30 pm (dates provided below) FreeMaplewood Senior Center, 106 Burnett Avenue, MaplewoodThe Maplewood Health Department and Braven Health have collaborated to offer free wellness blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol screenings once a month. Open to all Maplewood and South Orange residents, 18 and up. The service will be provided on Mondays from 2 to 3:30 pm on March 28th April 25thMay 23rdJune 27thJuly 25thAugust 29thSeptember 26th No registration needed. Save the Dates for These May Events Maplewood Garden Club Plant SaleThursday, May 5th, Friday, May 6th and Saturday, May 7thSelection includes vegetables, herbs, annuals, hundreds of perennial, house plants, shrubs, and shade trees organized by shade, part-shade and sun. Maplewood pool parking lot. Check their website for details, https://maplewoodgardenclub.org/. Plant sale hours are:Thursday, May 5th, 8 am to 8 pmFriday, May 6, 8 am to 8 pmSaturday, May 7th, 8 am to 4 pmIndoor Repair Café Returns!Saturday, May 7th, 1 - 4 pm FreeMorrow Church, 600 Ridgewood Road, MaplewoodBring your beloved items in need of repair. Our volunteer experts will lend their talents to fix lamps, jewelry, bikes, small electronics, clothing, furniture and more, as well as sharpen knives! Please contact the SOMA Two Towns office at 973-558-0863 or soma2towns@gmail.com identifying what you need repaired and the time you plan to arrive. April Events Sunday, April 3rdTrail Work Crew Volunteer Day, 9am-12pm. FreeSouth Mountain Reservation, South Mountain ConservancyMeet at: Locust Grove Parking Lot off Glen Ave in Millburn.(Best parking is across the street in the commuter lot near the library.)The group will be working on improving the area near the Fairy Trail.Trail work can be physically challenging. Participants must be 15+ years. Participants younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Participants should plan on bringing gloves, though backup gloves will be available. Tools, water, and a snack will be provided. (Registration is not required). For more details visit www.somocon.org/events/ Treasure or Trinket? Antiques Appraisals, 2 to 4 pm FreeDurand Hedden House and Garden at The Woodland, 60 Woodland RdLearn more about how to assess the value of your antiques with expert appraiser Nick Dawes. Nick, a Millburn resident, is Senior Vice President of Heritage Auctions, and a regular on Antiques Roadshow.Important visitor guidelines: Limit 2 items per personDo bring ceramics, glass, metalwork, and small pieces of furnitureDon’t bring books, coins, jewelry, paintings, or prints For more information go to durandhedden.org. Tuesday, April 5th Cherry Blossom Ride Through Branch Brook Park, 10:30 am, $5With over 4,000 cherry blossom trees, Branch Brook Park outranks every other cherry blossom collection in the world. Enjoy the ride, take in the beauty of the blossoms, and have light refreshment at the Senior Center upon return. The bus will depart from DeHart Community Center at 10:30 am. Seats are limited so registration is required Go to Programs (recdesk.com). Technology Assistance Senior for Older Adults, 3 to 4 pm FreeMondays and Tuesday in AprilMorrow Church, 600 Ridgewood Road, MaplewoodSOMA Two Towns for All Ages is pleased to work with Seton Hall University again to delivery technology assistance for our older adult SOMA community. Each workshop session will include a 10-minute presentation followed by 1:1 assistance with any questions you have about using your cell phone, tablet, or laptop. The classes are interactive so please bring your device with you! Workshop dates are:Monday, April 4th Tuesday, April 5thMonday, April 11th Tuesday, April 12thMonday, April 25 Tuesday, April 26thYou can register for as few or as many sessions as you like. To register, Contact SOMA Two Towns to register, 973-558-0863 or soma2towns@gmail.com. Wednesday April 6th Sherlock Holmes Returns, $75Musical Comedy bus trip, Hunterdon Hills PlayhouseTransportation, performance, and lunch are included. Call Michelle Wesley at the Maplewood Senior Center, 973-763-0750, to reserve a spot. Bus departs at 10:30 am. Seats are limited so registration is required Go to Programs (recdesk.com). Poetry Reading with Tina Kelley and Marina Carreira, 7 pm FreeDeHart Community CenterJoin our Maplewood Library in celebration of National Poetry Month with readings by local poets Tina Kelley and Marina Carreira. Won’t You BEE My Neighbor, 7:30 pm FreeMaplewood Garden Club at The Woodland, 60 Woodland Avenue, Maplewood.Adriana Compagnoni, a local beekeeper, will share fun facts about bees that she learned in her years of beekeeping, some little-known facts about bees and beekeeping, and recommendations on what suburban gardeners can do to help the bees. Adriana’s presentation will follow a brief business meeting and conclude with a Q&A session. For meeting details, please go to MGC’s website, www.maplewoodgardenclub.org. Tuesday, April 5thHow To Be An Anti-Racist Book Discussion, 5 to 6 pm, Virtual FreeJoin Seton Hall University Associate Professor Jon Radwan as he leads a discussion of the 2019 New York Times Best-Seller, How To Be An Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi. Kendi combines personal memoir with clear text-book style definitions of terms to explain his own journey out of a racist mindset into anti-racist action. All are welcome to attend. For more information and to register, go to https://events.shu.edu/view/event/date/20220405/event_id/19013. The ABC’s of ASL (American Sign Language), 7 to 8 pm Virtual FreeSouth Orange Public LibraryLed by Laura Bacine with Laurellie Jacobs-Martinez. Register here https://tinyurl.com/abcsofasl. G(r)ay Matter Book Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeOur April title is The Natural Mother of the Child by Krys Malcolm Belc For more information go to maplewoodlibrary.org Wednesday, April 6thCreative Writing, 1 pm outdoors (weather permitting) and virtually FreeUsing a prompt you will find your inner writer. This event will be held outside the library (weather permitting) and virtually on Zoom. Click here to join. Thursday, April 7thRead Around the World: Cuba, 7 pm (virtual) FreeOur April title is The Cuban Comedy by Pablo Medina. For more information go to maplewoodlibrary.org Friday, April 8thSpecial Conversations lecture series, 1 pm Virtual FreeSouth Orange Public LibraryJoin the discussion on American Poetry and the Spirit with guest speaker John Wargacki, Professor of English at Seton Hall University. Click here to join. Reservation Hike, 10 am to 12 pm FreeEnjoy a 4-mile hike w/Gail WaimonRegistration is required. For details & registration go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oakdale-no-swan-boats-for-us-wgail-waimon-tickets-304152788177 (registration closes Thurs., April 7 @ 5pm) Saturday, April 9thYarn & Fiber Arts Group, 10-noon FreeMaplewood Library Hilton BranchAn in-person gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Sunday, April 10thReservation Hike: 3.5-4 miles w/Lou Nocito, 10 am -12:30 pm FreeRegistration is required. For details & registration go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/oakdale-from-mayapple-wlou-nocito-tickets-304158735967. (registration closes Fri., April 8th)Thursday, April 14thBooks Now and Then Book Group. 7 pm (virtual) FreeA reading and discussion of selected classic and contemporary poetry. For a copy of the selections, please email programs@maplewoodlibrary.org after registering. REGISTER. Monday, April 18th – Friday, April 29thMaplewood Library Ideas Festival, FreeNow in its 8th year, the Maplewood Library Ideas Festival celebrates the talent and creativity of our community and will include both in-person and virtual events. In-person events will follow Township safety guidelines and protocols. As always, all programs are free and open to the public. The full line-up of events follows below, but highlights will be the presentations of the Literary Award and Carol Buchanan Award. This year, the Library is pleased to announce Ibi Zoboi as the recipient of the Maplewood Literary Award and the 2022 Carol Buchanan Award for Outstanding Contribution to Civic and Intellectual Life will be presented to Nancy Solomon.Monday, April 18thIdeas Festival: Theater Panel: Managing Creatively During the Pandemic, 7 pm at the WoodlandSara Farrington, Becky Gulsvig and Sandy Rustin will talk about what kept their creativity and enthusiasm for their craft alive during the pandemic. In conversation with Amanda Eigen. Tuesday, April 19thIdeas Festival: Food 52’s Emma Laperruque, 7 pm on ZoomEmma Laperruque, the food editor at Food52, is and an award-winning columnist and author of Big Little Recipes. In conversation with Hank Zona. Wednesday, April 20thIdeas Festival: Dr. Joshua Sharfstein, 7 pm at The WoodlandDr. Joshua M. Sharfstein is a Professor of the Practice in Health Policy and Management at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, where he also serves as Vice Dean for Public Health Practice and Community Engagement. He is the Director of the Bloomberg American Health Initiative. In conversation with Emily Witkowski. Friday, April 22ndIdeas Festival: Ibi Zoboi, Receiving the 8th Annual Maplewood Literary Award, 7 pm, at the WoodlandIbi Zoboi is a the New York Times bestselling author for children and teens. Her most recent book is Star Child: A biographical constellation of Octavia Estelle Butler. Monday, April 25th Ideas Festival: Christina Swarns, Executive Director of The Innocence Project, 7 pm at the WoodlandChristina Swarns is the Executive Director of the Innocence Project. The Innocence Project works to free the innocent, prevent wrongful convictions, and create fair, compassionate and equitable systems of justice for everyone. In conversation with Marie McGehee. Tuesday, April 26thIdeas Festival: Tim Hwang: Silicon Valley and the Future of Innovation, 7 pm at the WoodlandTim Hwang is a writer and researcher, currently the general counsel at Substack and author of Subprime Attention Crisis, a book about the online advertising bubble. In conversation with Jon Gertner. Wednesday, April 27thIdeas Festival: Nancy Solomon, Receiving the Carol Buchanan Award, 7 pm at the WoodlandNancy Solomon is a senior reporter and founding managing editor of New Jersey Public Radio. Nancy is a Peabody Award winning journalist who has produced more than a hundred stories for NPR. In conversation with Deborah Goldstein. Friday, April 29thIdeas Festival: Mandy Gonzalez…Fearless! 3:30 pm at Maplewood Town HallMandy Gonzalez is currently starring in the hit Broadway musical Hamilton and is the author of the Fearless books for middle grade readers.Tuesday, April 19th Lunch and Learn: Rapid SOS, 11 am FreeMaplewood Senior CenterLearn how to set up a free emergency profile so that in the event of a 911 emergency, dispatchers will have information, even if you are unable to speak. Wednesday, April 20thCreative Writing, 1 pm outdoors (weather permitting) and virtually FreeUsing a prompt you will find your inner writer. This event will be held outside the library (weather permitting) and virtually on Zoom. Click here to join.Friday, April 22ndMemory Screening, 10 am to 3 pm FreeEssex County Division of Senior Services has 30 minute memory screening appointments available on the hour and half hour at the Bauer Community Center in Taylor Park, Millburn. Registration starts April 4th. No same day appointments. Please call, 973-564-7091, or email jhawkins@millburntwp.org Appointments will be made on a first come basis. A waiting list will be established, if necessary. Special Conversations lecture series, 1 pm: Virtual FreeSouth Orange Public LibraryJoin this special session for a virtual discussion on The Art of Matchmaking: Centering Nature in Cities with distinguished guest speaker Tenisha Malcolm, Director of Cities Program at Nature Conservancy NJ. Click here to join.Friday, April 22nd to Saturday, April 30thEarth Week Celebration at South Mountain ReservationSouth Mountain ConservancyFriday, April 22ndEarth Day Hike w/ Gail Waimon, 4+ miles, 10 am to 12:30 pm FreeRegistration is required. For details & registration go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/earth-day-hike-joyful-tulip-springs-wgail-waimon-tickets-304172567337. (registration closes Thurs., April 21 @ 5pm) Artist Workshop @ The Wildflower Sculpture Park, 1pm-3pm $510 Bear Ln, Maplewood, NJ, South Mountain ConservancyLearn how to make plastic flowers with Natalya Khorover, whose piece “Speaking of Birds” is currently on display at the Wildflower Sculpture Park. Participants are asked to bring in used single use plastic bags from which the artist will demonstrate making flowers. This is a hands-on workshop where everyone attending can contribute and make their own flowers. At the end you will have several flowers to take home, or tie to our fence at the dog park.Registration is required, go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/natalya-khorover-workshop-making-flowers-from-single-use-plastic-tickets-276932030157 Sunday, April 24thForest Regeneration Volunteer Day, 9am-12pm FreeMeet at the dog statue at 11 Bear Lane, Maplewood NJ, South Mountain ConservancyForest Regeneration activities focus on the areas in and around the fenced 14 acre Forest and Wildflower Preserve located near the Dog Park in the Reservation. Within the Preserve, activities may include planting, removal of invasive plants, removal of invasive control materials such as large tarps, and maintenance of trails. Ages 12 to 17 must be accompanied by an adult and a waiver form may need to be completed. Pre-registration is not required. Please dress appropriately! Wear long pants, closed toe shoes or rain boots, bug spray, and layer as needed. We supply gloves and water. For information, contact Program Coordinator Christy Zolty at forestregen@[somocon.org (https://somocon.org/) Saturday, April 30thTrash Tacklers & Clean Green Jersey Cleanup @ Bramhall Terrace, 10am-1pmClose out SMC's Earth Week Celebration by giving back to the place that brings us so much joy! Join Clean Green Jersey, South Mountain Conservancy, and the Coalition to Save South Mountain Reservation for a community cleanup event! Register through email CleanGreenJersey@gmail.com to help us best prepare for a successful event! Artist Demo @ The Wildflower Sculpture Park, 1:30-3pm. FreeDog Sculpture near Dog Park, South Mountain ConservancyLet artist Oki Fukunaga show you how to make intriguing sculptures with just wire coat hangers! Oki has 2 sculptures on display at the Wildflower Sculpture park, *Spore* and *Polypore*. You can watch Oki demonstrate his technique and then we will supply you with materials to try it out for yourselves. We will meet near the dog sculpture at the Wildflower Sculpture Park near the entrance to the dog park at South Mountain Reservation. In case of rain, we will move to the nearby south picnic shelter at Summit Field in the reservation, a 2 minute walk from the sculpture park. Registration is NOT required. For more details visit www.somocon.org/events/. Additional Family EventsGo to the South Mountain Conservancy website for family Earth Week family events, Upcoming Events – South Mountain Conservancy (somocon.org). Saturday, April 23rdMakers Mayhem, 1 – 4 pm FreeSouth Orange Public LibraryThe 7th annual Makers Mayhem will continue this year’s Makers Month theme, sustainABILITY: reuse, repurpose & reimagine. To create an interactive experience for everyone, there will be arts and crafts, an Earth Day celebration and more! Check the SOPL website for more information, sopl.org.Monday, April 25thBook Discussion: "The Witch of Lime Street" by David Jaher, Virtual, 7 pm FreeJoin this literary group for a intriguing discussion. Click https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87584973112 to join. Contact book group moderator Nancy Janow at njanow@sopl.org with questions. Thursday, April 28thSpecial Conversations lecture series, 1 pm: Virtual FreeJoin this special virtual discussion on Good Eggs: Writing the Generational Novel with Humor, Pathos, and Wit with distinguished guest speaker Rebecca Hardiman, local author of “Good Eggs”. Click here to join. Maplewood Senior Center Outdoor Excursion to Ocean GroveGet in the spirit of spring and summer. You are invited to enjoy the beach and boardwalk in Ocean Grove. Transportation is free, you are on your own for lunch and shopping. To register, contact Michelle Wesley at (973) 763-0750 or MichelleW@twp.maplewood.nj.us. Seats are limited so registration is required Go to Programs (recdesk.com). Saturday, April 30th, 1-5 pm and Sunday, May 1st ,1-4 pmFriends of SOPL Jewelry SaleSouth Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland Road, South Orange, NJ 07079The Friends of the South Orange Public Library will hold a Mother’s Day Jewelry Sale to benefit the South Orange Public Library on Saturday April 30, 2022, 1-5 pm and Sunday May 1st, 1-4 pm in the library. The sale will feature a large selection of vintage and costume boutique jewelry in a moderate range of prices to suit any budget from $2 to $200. Pick up something special for everyone on your list and support the South Orange Public Library at the same time! Saturday, April 30th Birdwatching Expedition, 7am-10am, rain or shineMaplewood Memorial Park Conservancy (MMPC)Join MMPC and a flock of bird nerds, lead by the very knowledgeable Robin M. We will be traversing Maplewood Memorial Park in search of birds passing through during spring migration, as well as looking for some of the usual suspects that reside here all year. The event is free but limited to 15 people. If interested, please email laratomlin.art@gmail.com to reserve your spot. Binoculars necessary and good walking shoes encouraged.
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March Events Calendar from SOMA Two Towns For All Ages: On-going Events Now – April 14th Get Your Taxes Done Close to Home! (By appointment only) FreeSouth Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland Road, South OrangeTuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15 to 11:30 am. To make an appointment in South Orange, call the library reference desk, 973-762-0230.Burgdorff Center, 10 Durand Road, MaplewoodMondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 12 pmTo make an appointment in Maplewood, go to AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Locator, click on locations, change location to Maplewood, NJ.AARP Foundation Tax Aide Program offers free basic tax preparation for moderate income and older adult taxpayers with no residency restrictions. For additional locations and times go to TaxAide. Online Tax Preparation Service FreeUnited Way of Northern New Jersey and its partners launched a free and secure online tax preparation site for low- and moderate-income households. Their IRS-certified tax preparers are committed to safely delivering our signature top-notch preparation and filing service to maximize your tax refund. Visit https://www.unitedwaynnj.org/file-your-taxes to access everything you need: Easy-to-use, secure online tax portalChecklist for documents to uploadAnswers to frequently asked questionsInformation about common tax creditsAccess to free self-filing software For questions about the online filing portal or if you are experiencing difficulties getting started, email UnitedWayTaxPrep@UnitedWayNNJ.org or call 973.993.1160, x 521. Beginning Mid-March Senior Technology Workshop, Monday to Friday, 3 pm to 4 pm FreeLocation: To be announced next weekSOMA Two Towns for All Ages is pleased to work with Seton Hall University again to deliver technology assistance for our older adult SOMA community. Each class in this multi-session workshop will include a 10-minute presentation followed by 1:1 assistance with questions on any topic. You can attend as many or as few classes as you like. The classes are interactive so please bring your cell phone, tablet, or laptop with you! For class dates, a list of daily class topics, and to register, go to our website, somatwotownsforallages.org or call us, 973-558-0863. If you have questions, feel free to contact the SOMA Two Towns office by phone or email, soma2towns@gmail.com. March, April, May, and June Spring 2022 Tech Teens Helping SeniorsEvery 1st & 3rd Saturday in March, April, May and JuneSouth Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland RoadHave Tech Questions? Seniors can work one-on-one with a knowledgeable teen volunteer to provide technology assistance. You can learn to Set Up a Device, Configure Your Email, Print Files, Organize Photos, Download eBooks, Set Up Social Media(FaceTime, Zoom, etc.) and more! Sessions will be held indoors, or outside of the library as the weather permits. Session dates: March 5th & 19thApril 2nd & 16thMay 7th & 21stJune 4th & 18thSession times:1st session 10:00 - 10:45 am2nd session 10:45 - 11:30 amTo sign up, call and speak with a Reference librarian, 973-762-0230, or send an email to librarian@sopl.org March 16th to June 8th Just Say YES to Fruits & Vegetables! Wednesdays, 1 pm, (virtual) FreeThis limited series, presented by Victoria Galarza, Senior Nutrition Educator from the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, will begin on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, span 13-weeks and feature one-hour weekly sessions on different nutrition topics. This series will be fun hours of learning, discussing and sharing how we can best select and enjoy all the nutritious foods our bodies need to be healthy. The dates and topics are:March 16 Fruits and VegetablesMarch 23 My PlateMarch 30 Stretching Food DollarsApril 6 Food SafetyApril 13 FiberApril 20 Meal PlanningMay 4 BeansMay 11 Nutrition Facts LabelMay 18 Healthy BeveragesMay 25 Farmer's MarketJune 1 How to Store Fruits and VegetableJune 8 Cooking Matters at the Store TourSave the dates now! Contact Kathleen Johnson at RWJ if you are interested (732.846.0131or kathleen.johnson@rwjbh.org). Register once and that’s all you need to do. Join for all the sessions, or just the sessions that interest you, but definitely participate!!!! Once a Month, March through September Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, and Cholesterol Health Screening, Monthly on Mondays, 2 – 3:30 pm (dates provided below) FreeMaplewood Senior Center, 106 Burnett Avenue, MaplewoodThe Maplewood Health Department and Braven Health have collaborated to offer free wellness blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol screenings once a month. Open to all Maplewood and South Orange residents, 18 and up. The service will be provided on Mondays from 2 to 3:30 pm on March 28th April 25thMay 23rdJune 27thJuly 25thAugust 29thSeptember 26th No registration needed. March Events Various Dates in March Makers Madness Sustain Ability: Reuse, Repurpose, and ReimageSouth Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland RoadJoin the library for an exciting month of creativity, science exploration, technology innovation and literary pursuits. A calendar of activities will be available in the library and on their website, sopl.org. Tuesday, March 1st G(r)ay Matter Book Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur Women’s History Month title is Bad Feminist: Essays by Roxanne GayIn these funny and insightful essays, Gay takes us through her evolution as a woman of color while also taking readers on a ride through culture of the last few years and commenting on the state of feminism today. Register here. Thursday, March 3rd Find Your Purpose, Find Your Power with Dr. Michelle, 6:00 pm, Virtual FreeSeton Hall University Celebrates Women’s HistoryDr. Michelle is a developmental psychologist, motivational speaker, relationship expert, and life coach seen on Wedlock or Deadlock, Good Morning America, Oprah, Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, The Talk, Today Show, Queen Bees, and REMIXED! She is the author of Ms. Typed: Stop Sabotaging Your Relationships and Find Dating Success. Dr. Michelle also serves as an internal and external consultant to Fortune 100 and 500 companies. She received her Ph.D. and M.A. in Psychology from the University of Michigan and her B.A. in Sociology from Boston College and was a National Institute of Mental Health Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at Yale University. To register, go to https://events.shu.edu/view/event/event_id/18835. Friday, March 4th Special Conversations with Michael Schein, 1 pm, (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with distinguished guest speaker, Ron Watson, Associate Professor of Health & Society and Political Science at Beloit College (Wisconsin). Topic: Radical Common Sense: Taking the Steps to Transformational Social Change. Click here to join. Monday, March 7th Remember the (First) Ladies, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood Library & The Museum of Early Trades and CraftsThis program will touch on all the first ladies of the United States, from Martha Washington to Melania Trump. Each dealt in her own way with the inherent tension between the public nature of the role and the discomfort of society with women in public positions. Register here.Turning Kitchen Trash into Garden Treasure”, 7:30 pm Free Maplewood Garden Club, MGC Speaker’s Program There are so many reasons that you should compost, and probably just as many excuses why you do not. Composting turns what might become landfill into a supercharged, nutrient-rich soil additive. Have you tried composting unsuccessfully, think you don't have time or space, or don't want to attract critters? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, Java's Compost will explain why composting is the ultimate in recycling, share tips to help you avoid the pitfalls of composting, and answer questions to help you master the art of composting. The presentation will follow a brief business meeting. For meeting details, please go to MGC’s website, www.maplewoodgardenclub.org. Tuesday, March 8th Professionals in Transition, 10 am (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryLeaving a Job, Whether it was Their Choice or YoursSometimes you make the choice to leave; other times it’s out of your hands. This session will touch on the thoughts and strategies to keep in mind as you transition to a new company or industry. With Career Coach Tony Calabrese. Register here. Wednesday, March 9th Creative Writing, 1 pm (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library every other Wednesday for this virtual creative writing session on Zoom. Each week we’ll introduce a prompt, write for a few minutes, and then share what we’ve come up with! Click here to join. Thursday, March 10th All School Musical Dress Rehearsal Returns, Newsies, March 10th, 5:30 pm FreeColumbia High School Auditorium, 17 Parker Avenue, MaplewoodOlder adults are invited to enjoy the dress rehearsal for this year’s musical. If history prevails, this will be another awesome performance. Masks are required. Social distancing can be easily accomplished given the size of the auditorium. Eliminate the parking challenges at Columbia and use our free bus transportation. To reserve your ride, please contact your respective town contacts at least 3 days in advance. Maplewood residents contact Michelle Wesley, 973-763-0750 to get a ride from the DeHart Center. South Orange residents call the Parking Authority, 973-378-7715, x 2035 to get a ride from the SOPAC parking lot. Limited accessible parking is available on site. For more information, contact SOMA Two Towns at soma2towns@gmail.com or 973-558-0863. Books Now and Then Book Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur Women’s History Month title is The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson. This gem of a historical features an indomitable heroine navigating a community steeped in racial intolerance. Register here. Saturday, March 12th Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, 10 am to noon FreeMaplewood LibraryFor people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Work on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. All skill levels are welcome! For meeting location, go to https://www.maplewoodlibrary.org/ Sunday, March 13th"Sojourner Truth: Suffragist and Abolitionist," with historical interpreter Dr. Daisy Century, 2 pm (doors open at 1 pm) FreeDurand Hedden House and Garden, The Woodland, 60 Woodland Ave, Maplewood; followed by a reception at Durand-Hedden House & Garden. Join historical interpreter Dr. Daisy Century for a live interpretation of the life of Sojourner Truth. More information at durandhedden.org and on Facebook at Facebook.com/DurandHedden. Tuesday, March 15th and March 22ndThe ABC’s of ASL, 7 pmJoin the South Orange Public Library for an introduction to American Sign Language. Please register in advance by calling the reference desk, 973-762-0230. For more information, go to the website, sopl.org Wednesdays, March 16th to June 8th Just Say YES to Fruits & Vegetables! 1 pm, weekly (virtual) FreeThis limited series, presented by Victoria Galarza, Senior Nutrition Educator from the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, will begin on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, span 13-weeks and feature one-hour weekly sessions on different nutrition topics. This series will be fun hours of learning, discussing and sharing how we can best select and enjoy all the nutritious foods our bodies need to be healthy. The dates and topics will be:March 16 Fruits and VegetablesMarch 23 My PlateMarch 30 Stretching Food DollarsApril 6 Food SafetyApril 13 FiberApril 20 Meal PlanningMay 4 BeansMay 11 Nutrition Label FactsMay 18 Healthy BeveragesMay 25 Farmer's MarketJune 1 How to Store Fruits & VegetableJune 8 Cooking Matters at the Store TourSave the dates now! Contact Kathleen Johnson at RWJ if you are interested (732.846.0131or kathleen.johnson@rwjbh.org). Register once and that’s all you need to do. Join for all the sessions, or just the sessions that interest you, but definitely participate!!!! Wednesday, March 16th Read Around the World: Sudan, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur March title is Lyrics Alley by Leila Aboulela. An evocative story of an affluent Sudanese family shaken by the shifting powers in their country and the near-tragedy that threatens the legacy they've built for decades. Register at maplewoodlibrary.org. Friday, March 18th Special Conversations with Anne Fernald, 1 pm, (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with distinguished guest speaker, Anne Fernald, Professor of English and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Issues at Fordham University. Topic: Virginia Woolf and A Room of One’s Own. Click here to join. Saturday, March 19th Free Food Box for South Orange and Maplewood Residents, 11 am to 12 pmProvided by the KiwanisDistribution location is the Maplewood Community Pool, 187 Boyden Avenue, Maplewood. Monday, March 21st Author Talk with Julia Erickson and Suzanne Vosburg, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryBetrayed by Work: Women's Stories of Trauma, Healing and Hope After Being Fired (Vocational Guidance and Job Advice for Invaluable Women)Successful women show how they reclaimed and rebuilt their personal power and careers after being fired from a job and being rendered powerless by their employers. The book offers lessons women can apply to their own job loss experience, as well as practical takeaways and suggestions. Julia Erickson is a career coach who helps people find their "right fit" work. Suzanne Vosburg has a PhD in the psychology of creativity and is a scientific research consultant and writer. Register at maplewoodlibrary.org Tuesday, March 22nd Professionals in Transition, 10 am (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryJob Interview Follow-Up TipsThe most important part of your job search process starts after the job interview. Your goal is to convert the interview into an offer. This session will provide some strategic thoughts on how to do so. With Career Coach Tony Calabrese. Go to Maplewood Library’s events calendar to register, Events Calendar. Wednesday, March 23rd Creative Writing, 1 pm (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library every other Wednesday for this virtual creative writing session on Zoom. Each week we’ll introduce a prompt, write for a few minutes, and then share what we’ve come up with! Click here to join. Sunday, March 27th Community Hike, 11:00 am FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for an invigorating spring hike. Timing and location details will be available soon on the March library calendar and on their website, sopl.org. Monday, March 28th Book Discussion Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeSouth Orange Public LibraryThe group will discuss “The Martian,” by Andy Weir. Click here to join Zoom meeting. Copies are available at the circulation desk. Any questions? Contact the book group moderator, Nancy Janow at njanow@sopl.org. Thursday, March 31st Special Conversations with Lynn Melnick, 7 pm, (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with distinguished guest speaker, Lynn Melnick, Poet, Author of Refusenik and two previous poetry books.Topic: Across Time: Writing Personal and Generational Trauma. Click here to join. 4 Steps to Smart Medicare, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryBuild your Medicare IQ and ability to make smart decisions, whether you’re new to Medicare or already enrolled. You’ll learn how to: Decipher the parts and plans of MedicareBust open mistake-making Medicare mythsTake 4 doable steps to your right Medicare plan at the best price With Maplewood local Nancy Schwartz, Independent Licensed Medicare Broker atSmart Senior Healthcare. Register at maplewoodlibrary.org.
March Events Calendar from SOMA Two Towns For All Ages: On-going Events Now – April 14th Get Your Taxes Done Close to Home! (By appointment only) FreeSouth Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland Road, South OrangeTuesdays and Thursdays, 9:15 to 11:30 am. To make an appointment in South Orange, call the library reference desk, 973-762-0230.Burgdorff Center, 10 Durand Road, MaplewoodMondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 am to 12 pmTo make an appointment in Maplewood, go to AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Locator, click on locations, change location to Maplewood, NJ.AARP Foundation Tax Aide Program offers free basic tax preparation for moderate income and older adult taxpayers with no residency restrictions. For additional locations and times go to TaxAide. Online Tax Preparation Service FreeUnited Way of Northern New Jersey and its partners launched a free and secure online tax preparation site for low- and moderate-income households. Their IRS-certified tax preparers are committed to safely delivering our signature top-notch preparation and filing service to maximize your tax refund. Visit https://www.unitedwaynnj.org/file-your-taxes to access everything you need: Easy-to-use, secure online tax portalChecklist for documents to uploadAnswers to frequently asked questionsInformation about common tax creditsAccess to free self-filing software For questions about the online filing portal or if you are experiencing difficulties getting started, email UnitedWayTaxPrep@UnitedWayNNJ.org or call 973.993.1160, x 521. Beginning Mid-March Senior Technology Workshop, Monday to Friday, 3 pm to 4 pm FreeLocation: To be announced next weekSOMA Two Towns for All Ages is pleased to work with Seton Hall University again to deliver technology assistance for our older adult SOMA community. Each class in this multi-session workshop will include a 10-minute presentation followed by 1:1 assistance with questions on any topic. You can attend as many or as few classes as you like. The classes are interactive so please bring your cell phone, tablet, or laptop with you! For class dates, a list of daily class topics, and to register, go to our website, somatwotownsforallages.org or call us, 973-558-0863. If you have questions, feel free to contact the SOMA Two Towns office by phone or email, soma2towns@gmail.com. March, April, May, and June Spring 2022 Tech Teens Helping SeniorsEvery 1st & 3rd Saturday in March, April, May and JuneSouth Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland RoadHave Tech Questions? Seniors can work one-on-one with a knowledgeable teen volunteer to provide technology assistance. You can learn to Set Up a Device, Configure Your Email, Print Files, Organize Photos, Download eBooks, Set Up Social Media(FaceTime, Zoom, etc.) and more! Sessions will be held indoors, or outside of the library as the weather permits. Session dates: March 5th & 19thApril 2nd & 16thMay 7th & 21stJune 4th & 18thSession times:1st session 10:00 - 10:45 am2nd session 10:45 - 11:30 amTo sign up, call and speak with a Reference librarian, 973-762-0230, or send an email to librarian@sopl.org March 16th to June 8th Just Say YES to Fruits & Vegetables! Wednesdays, 1 pm, (virtual) FreeThis limited series, presented by Victoria Galarza, Senior Nutrition Educator from the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, will begin on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, span 13-weeks and feature one-hour weekly sessions on different nutrition topics. This series will be fun hours of learning, discussing and sharing how we can best select and enjoy all the nutritious foods our bodies need to be healthy. The dates and topics are:March 16 Fruits and VegetablesMarch 23 My PlateMarch 30 Stretching Food DollarsApril 6 Food SafetyApril 13 FiberApril 20 Meal PlanningMay 4 BeansMay 11 Nutrition Facts LabelMay 18 Healthy BeveragesMay 25 Farmer's MarketJune 1 How to Store Fruits and VegetableJune 8 Cooking Matters at the Store TourSave the dates now! Contact Kathleen Johnson at RWJ if you are interested (732.846.0131or kathleen.johnson@rwjbh.org). Register once and that’s all you need to do. Join for all the sessions, or just the sessions that interest you, but definitely participate!!!! Once a Month, March through September Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, and Cholesterol Health Screening, Monthly on Mondays, 2 – 3:30 pm (dates provided below) FreeMaplewood Senior Center, 106 Burnett Avenue, MaplewoodThe Maplewood Health Department and Braven Health have collaborated to offer free wellness blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol screenings once a month. Open to all Maplewood and South Orange residents, 18 and up. The service will be provided on Mondays from 2 to 3:30 pm on March 28th April 25thMay 23rdJune 27thJuly 25thAugust 29thSeptember 26th No registration needed. March Events Various Dates in March Makers Madness Sustain Ability: Reuse, Repurpose, and ReimageSouth Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland RoadJoin the library for an exciting month of creativity, science exploration, technology innovation and literary pursuits. A calendar of activities will be available in the library and on their website, sopl.org. Tuesday, March 1st G(r)ay Matter Book Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur Women’s History Month title is Bad Feminist: Essays by Roxanne GayIn these funny and insightful essays, Gay takes us through her evolution as a woman of color while also taking readers on a ride through culture of the last few years and commenting on the state of feminism today. Register here. Thursday, March 3rd Find Your Purpose, Find Your Power with Dr. Michelle, 6:00 pm, Virtual FreeSeton Hall University Celebrates Women’s HistoryDr. Michelle is a developmental psychologist, motivational speaker, relationship expert, and life coach seen on Wedlock or Deadlock, Good Morning America, Oprah, Dr. Oz, Rachael Ray, The Talk, Today Show, Queen Bees, and REMIXED! She is the author of Ms. Typed: Stop Sabotaging Your Relationships and Find Dating Success. Dr. Michelle also serves as an internal and external consultant to Fortune 100 and 500 companies. She received her Ph.D. and M.A. in Psychology from the University of Michigan and her B.A. in Sociology from Boston College and was a National Institute of Mental Health Post-Doctoral Research Fellow at Yale University. To register, go to https://events.shu.edu/view/event/event_id/18835. Friday, March 4th Special Conversations with Michael Schein, 1 pm, (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with distinguished guest speaker, Ron Watson, Associate Professor of Health & Society and Political Science at Beloit College (Wisconsin). Topic: Radical Common Sense: Taking the Steps to Transformational Social Change. Click here to join. Monday, March 7th Remember the (First) Ladies, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood Library & The Museum of Early Trades and CraftsThis program will touch on all the first ladies of the United States, from Martha Washington to Melania Trump. Each dealt in her own way with the inherent tension between the public nature of the role and the discomfort of society with women in public positions. Register here.Turning Kitchen Trash into Garden Treasure”, 7:30 pm Free Maplewood Garden Club, MGC Speaker’s Program There are so many reasons that you should compost, and probably just as many excuses why you do not. Composting turns what might become landfill into a supercharged, nutrient-rich soil additive. Have you tried composting unsuccessfully, think you don't have time or space, or don't want to attract critters? If you’ve answered yes to any of these questions, Java's Compost will explain why composting is the ultimate in recycling, share tips to help you avoid the pitfalls of composting, and answer questions to help you master the art of composting. The presentation will follow a brief business meeting. For meeting details, please go to MGC’s website, www.maplewoodgardenclub.org. Tuesday, March 8th Professionals in Transition, 10 am (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryLeaving a Job, Whether it was Their Choice or YoursSometimes you make the choice to leave; other times it’s out of your hands. This session will touch on the thoughts and strategies to keep in mind as you transition to a new company or industry. With Career Coach Tony Calabrese. Register here. Wednesday, March 9th Creative Writing, 1 pm (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library every other Wednesday for this virtual creative writing session on Zoom. Each week we’ll introduce a prompt, write for a few minutes, and then share what we’ve come up with! Click here to join. Thursday, March 10th All School Musical Dress Rehearsal Returns, Newsies, March 10th, 5:30 pm FreeColumbia High School Auditorium, 17 Parker Avenue, MaplewoodOlder adults are invited to enjoy the dress rehearsal for this year’s musical. If history prevails, this will be another awesome performance. Masks are required. Social distancing can be easily accomplished given the size of the auditorium. Eliminate the parking challenges at Columbia and use our free bus transportation. To reserve your ride, please contact your respective town contacts at least 3 days in advance. Maplewood residents contact Michelle Wesley, 973-763-0750 to get a ride from the DeHart Center. South Orange residents call the Parking Authority, 973-378-7715, x 2035 to get a ride from the SOPAC parking lot. Limited accessible parking is available on site. For more information, contact SOMA Two Towns at soma2towns@gmail.com or 973-558-0863. Books Now and Then Book Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur Women’s History Month title is The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson. This gem of a historical features an indomitable heroine navigating a community steeped in racial intolerance. Register here. Saturday, March 12th Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, 10 am to noon FreeMaplewood LibraryFor people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Work on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. All skill levels are welcome! For meeting location, go to https://www.maplewoodlibrary.org/ Sunday, March 13th"Sojourner Truth: Suffragist and Abolitionist," with historical interpreter Dr. Daisy Century, 2 pm (doors open at 1 pm) FreeDurand Hedden House and Garden, The Woodland, 60 Woodland Ave, Maplewood; followed by a reception at Durand-Hedden House & Garden. Join historical interpreter Dr. Daisy Century for a live interpretation of the life of Sojourner Truth. More information at durandhedden.org and on Facebook at Facebook.com/DurandHedden. Tuesday, March 15th and March 22ndThe ABC’s of ASL, 7 pmJoin the South Orange Public Library for an introduction to American Sign Language. Please register in advance by calling the reference desk, 973-762-0230. For more information, go to the website, sopl.org Wednesdays, March 16th to June 8th Just Say YES to Fruits & Vegetables! 1 pm, weekly (virtual) FreeThis limited series, presented by Victoria Galarza, Senior Nutrition Educator from the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, will begin on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, span 13-weeks and feature one-hour weekly sessions on different nutrition topics. This series will be fun hours of learning, discussing and sharing how we can best select and enjoy all the nutritious foods our bodies need to be healthy. The dates and topics will be:March 16 Fruits and VegetablesMarch 23 My PlateMarch 30 Stretching Food DollarsApril 6 Food SafetyApril 13 FiberApril 20 Meal PlanningMay 4 BeansMay 11 Nutrition Label FactsMay 18 Healthy BeveragesMay 25 Farmer's MarketJune 1 How to Store Fruits & VegetableJune 8 Cooking Matters at the Store TourSave the dates now! Contact Kathleen Johnson at RWJ if you are interested (732.846.0131or kathleen.johnson@rwjbh.org). Register once and that’s all you need to do. Join for all the sessions, or just the sessions that interest you, but definitely participate!!!! Wednesday, March 16th Read Around the World: Sudan, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur March title is Lyrics Alley by Leila Aboulela. An evocative story of an affluent Sudanese family shaken by the shifting powers in their country and the near-tragedy that threatens the legacy they've built for decades. Register at maplewoodlibrary.org. Friday, March 18th Special Conversations with Anne Fernald, 1 pm, (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with distinguished guest speaker, Anne Fernald, Professor of English and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Issues at Fordham University. Topic: Virginia Woolf and A Room of One’s Own. Click here to join. Saturday, March 19th Free Food Box for South Orange and Maplewood Residents, 11 am to 12 pmProvided by the KiwanisDistribution location is the Maplewood Community Pool, 187 Boyden Avenue, Maplewood. Monday, March 21st Author Talk with Julia Erickson and Suzanne Vosburg, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryBetrayed by Work: Women's Stories of Trauma, Healing and Hope After Being Fired (Vocational Guidance and Job Advice for Invaluable Women)Successful women show how they reclaimed and rebuilt their personal power and careers after being fired from a job and being rendered powerless by their employers. The book offers lessons women can apply to their own job loss experience, as well as practical takeaways and suggestions. Julia Erickson is a career coach who helps people find their "right fit" work. Suzanne Vosburg has a PhD in the psychology of creativity and is a scientific research consultant and writer. Register at maplewoodlibrary.org Tuesday, March 22nd Professionals in Transition, 10 am (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryJob Interview Follow-Up TipsThe most important part of your job search process starts after the job interview. Your goal is to convert the interview into an offer. This session will provide some strategic thoughts on how to do so. With Career Coach Tony Calabrese. Go to Maplewood Library’s events calendar to register, Events Calendar. Wednesday, March 23rd Creative Writing, 1 pm (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library every other Wednesday for this virtual creative writing session on Zoom. Each week we’ll introduce a prompt, write for a few minutes, and then share what we’ve come up with! Click here to join. Sunday, March 27th Community Hike, 11:00 am FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for an invigorating spring hike. Timing and location details will be available soon on the March library calendar and on their website, sopl.org. Monday, March 28th Book Discussion Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeSouth Orange Public LibraryThe group will discuss “The Martian,” by Andy Weir. Click here to join Zoom meeting. Copies are available at the circulation desk. Any questions? Contact the book group moderator, Nancy Janow at njanow@sopl.org. Thursday, March 31st Special Conversations with Lynn Melnick, 7 pm, (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with distinguished guest speaker, Lynn Melnick, Poet, Author of Refusenik and two previous poetry books.Topic: Across Time: Writing Personal and Generational Trauma. Click here to join. 4 Steps to Smart Medicare, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryBuild your Medicare IQ and ability to make smart decisions, whether you’re new to Medicare or already enrolled. You’ll learn how to: Decipher the parts and plans of MedicareBust open mistake-making Medicare mythsTake 4 doable steps to your right Medicare plan at the best price With Maplewood local Nancy Schwartz, Independent Licensed Medicare Broker atSmart Senior Healthcare. Register at maplewoodlibrary.org.
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We are pleased to present theFebruary 2022 Calendar of Events from Soma Two Towns For All Ages Our February/March Newsletter is in the mail, you can read it now atwww.somatwotownsforallages.org, click on Publications. Save the Dates for March Senior Technology Assistance, mid-March, 3 pm to 4 pm FreeSOMA Two Towns for All Ages is pleased to work with Seton Hall University again to deliver technology assistance for our older adult SOMA community. The spring session will begin mid-March and run for approximately 3 weeks. Each class will include a 10-minute presentation followed by 1:1 assistance with questions on any topic. These classes are interactive so please bring your device with you! Details with registration information will be available in early March. Feel free to call the SOMA Two Towns office if you have questions, 973-558-0863. All School Musical Dress Rehearsal Returns, Newsies, March 10th, 5:30 pm FreeColumbia High School Auditorium, 17 Parker Avenue, MaplewoodCome and enjoy the dress rehearsal for this year’s musical. If history prevails, this will be another awesome performance. Proof of vaccination and masks are required. Social distancing can be easily accomplished given the size of the auditorium. Month-Long February Events February 1st – 28th Spotlighting South Orange Downtown Black Owned Businesses South Orange Downtown Our Black business owners not only contribute to the cultural diversity of our community, but also help us keep a healthy mind, body and soul. For Black History Month 2022 we are spotlighting our Black Owned business owners and showcasing how their businesses benefit the health and wellness of the South Orange Downtown community. To learn more about South Orange Black businesses go to Black Owned Businesses — South Orange Downtown.February 1st – 28thLIGHT [+ SOUND] By Patrick Hilaire Art Exhibit, Monday-Saturday, 12 – 6 pm FreeThe Herb + Milly Iris Gallery at SOPAC, curated by Jeremy MossThere will be a reception on Thursday, February 17; 5 – 8 pmCelebrate Black History Month with the photography of local notable, Patrick HilaireThis display showcases Hilaire’s stunning black-and-white portraits of Jazz musicians. His life’s work has focused on capturing the relationship between images and sound. Known as the man behind the camera at many Jazz happenings, Hilaire has photographed performers from SOPAC’s Jazz & Blues in the Loft series as well as the Dizzy Gillespie All Star Band at the Blue Note in New York City. If you are interested in making a purchase, please contact Linda Beard at (973) 382-1035 or lindab@sopacnow.org. February 1st – 28th"My America: Scenes celebrating African American past, present, and future", (virtual any time) FreePresented by The Strollers and Ivy Hill Vailsburg Center for Arts Culture and Community Activism (ACCA)Drawing from published and original poetry, prose, and plays, My America showcases the unique perspectives and contributions of African Americans to our national identity. The selections presented endeavor not only to honor the strength and struggles of African Americans through time, but also to extol the passion and creative brilliance emanating from this heritage, texturing the American experience at every step. Click for Theatrical Performance And Discussion. February 1st – 28th Black History Month Walk of Heroes, A Self-Guided Tour FreeSponsored by Springfield Avenue Partnership and Maplewood Village AllianceTake a stroll along the Black History Month Walk of Heroes featuring educational posters of African American historical figures on display in various storefronts on Springfield Avenue and Maplewood Village. February Events Tuesday, February 1st Evening with a Panther (Ms. Akua Njeri), 5 - 7:30 pm FreeSeton Hall UniversityAkua Njeri was the partner of the late Fred Hampton, chairman of the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party. The major motion picture, Judas and the Black Messiah, was released last year, depicting the events surrounding the assassination of Fred Hampton, leader of the Illinois Chapter of the Black Panther Party. The discussion will feature Akua Njeri, the partner of Fred Hampton, who was by his side when he was assassinated. Ms. Njeri will discuss Hampton’s life, her life of activism, and the Black Panther Party. Join using this link, Zoom. Meeting ID: 896 0670 8952 and Passcode: 239899. G(r)ay Matter Book Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur Black History Month title is How We Fight for Our Lives: A Memoir by Saeed JonesA stunning coming-of-age memoir about a young, black, gay man from the South as he fights to carve out a place for himself within his family, within his country, within his own hopes, desires, and fears. Register here. Wednesdays, February 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd NJAAW Housing Series, 4 pm weekly (virtual) FreeNJ Advocates for Aging WellAging is not a one-size-fits-all journey. There can be several steps from living independently in one’s home to needing assisted living. Housing needs are not clear-cut or consistent. They are a continuum of needs, finances, preferences, and opportunities. This 4-sessions series, every Wednesday at 4 pm, will bring experts in the realm of NJ housing together to explore options at each stage and need for housing.Session 1, 2/2: Planning and Adapting to Stay in Your HomeSession 2, 2/9: Help in the HomeSession 3, 2/16: Senior Residential OptionsSession 4, 2/23: Policy & Plans for New & Innovative SolutionsRegister here once for all 4 sessions Wednesday, February 2nd “Acquired Taste: Contributions of the African Diaspora to Food Culture in the Americas” Newark Public Library, 6 pm (virtual) FreeFood historian, writer, chef and James Beard Book Award winner Michael Twitty will examine the history and continued legacy of African and African American contributions to cuisine, eating and food culture. View on Zoom or Facebook. Thursday, February 3rd Winter Stargazing, 7 pm (virtual) FreeThe Newark Museum of ArtThe northern hemisphere’s winter sky hosts some of the most amazing constellations, star clusters and deep-sky objects seen from Earth. During the program, facilitated by April Whitt of the Fernbank Science Center in Atlanta, GA, you can explore the current night sky and view some amazing sights with a telescope (weather permitting). This program will be available on Zoom and live on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Twitch. Register here CANCELLED Due to weather forecast. Seton Hall University Lectures Dr. Yanzhong Huang Book Talk: Toxic Politics, 4:30 – 6 pm (virtual) Free. Dr. Yanzhong Huang will discuss his book Toxic Politics: China’s Environmental Health Crisis and Its Challenge to the Chinese State published by Cambridge University Press last year at this virtual event hosted by the School of Diplomacy. Register here Toxic Politics Dr. Murzaku to Speak on Mother Teresa, 7:30 – 8:30 FreeInes Murzaku, Ph.D., Director of Catholic Studies, has been invited to give a lecture on Mother Teresa! Click here to join the live presentation, Mother Teresa God, Sex, and the Radical Demands of Love, 8 – 10 pm FreeSeton Hall, Jubilee HallThis talk will address some of the most pressing questions we all face: Who are you? Why are you here? How do you live your life in true happiness and joy? The New Negro Renaissance Chat FreePresented by Hilton Neighborhood Association and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Curator Chats, a collection of video portraits compiled by NMAAHC curators, provide insight and anecdotal information about exhibitions at the museum and upcoming projects. Times and links will be available on the Hilton Neighborhood Association website, Hilton Neighborhood Association. Friday, February 4th Special Conversations with Michael Schein, 1 pm, (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with distinguished guest speaker, Michael Schein, Author of The Hype Handbook and Founder & President of Microfame Media. His topic is Marketing is for Morons: Using Hype to Attract Attention to Your Work. Click HERE to join. Saturday, February 5th, 12th, and 19th Erasing South Orange Boarders Run/Walk FreePresented by Erasing Essex's BordersJoin resident Stephanie Lawson Muhammad, founder of Erasing Essex’s Borders, on an exploration of the historical borders that defined the boundaries of South Orange within Essex County and how those borders have impacted African Americans over the last 150 years. Each route will cover approximately 3.1 miles (5k) and incorporate locations and landmarks significant to the African American experience.Limited Spaces/Registration Required. Register Here!Scheduled Times (Must Register):Saturday, February 5th, 8:00 am (Running)/1:00 pm (Walkers)Saturday, February 12th, 8:00 am (Running)/1:00 pm (Walkers)Saturday, February 19th, 8:00 am (Running)/1:00 pm (Walkers) Saturday, February 5th Make Your Own Homemade Dumplings, 12 pm (virtual) FreeCelebrate Lunar New Year with the Newark Public LibraryThe Vailsburg Branch Library and the Greater Newark Conservancy present this hands-on/virtual experience. Dumpling wrappers will be available for participants to pick up the week before at either the Greater Newark Conservancy, 32 Prince Street or the Vailsburg branch (75 Alexander Street, Newark, 07106. Register Here in advance. Monday, February 7th Explore the Leonard J. Buck Garden, 7:30 pm, (virtual) FreeMaplewood Garden ClubKathleen Podgalsky will explore this woodland-and-rock garden with a virtual stroll among rocky outcrops, ponds, shady paths, and open meadows. She will reveal the many faces of the garden through photographs taken throughout the garden year, showing the beauty of nature in all seasons. Kathleen’s presentation will follow a brief business meeting and conclude with a Q&A session. For meeting details, please go to MGC’s website, www.maplewoodgardenclub.org. February 8th – April 14th Tuesdays and Thursdays (By appointment only)Get your taxes done for free!South Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland Road, South Orange, NJ 07079AARP Foundation Tax Aide Program will again be offering free basic tax preparation for moderate income and elderly taxpayers. The service is open to any taxpayer with no residency restrictions. Similar services are being offered at other libraries on different days and at different times. For additional locations and times go to TaxAide. To make an appointment in South Orange, call the library reference desk, 973-762-0230. Beginning Tuesday, February 8th NJ Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance Program (ERMA)If you need help paying your mortgage, ERMA provides up to $35,000 to eligible homeowner facing foreclosure and displacement. The application portal opens Tuesday, February 8th, at NJ ERMA. Also, free housing counseling is available at njhousing.gov. For additional information: (855) 647-7700 or HAFservicing@njhmfa.gov Wednesday, February 9th Creative Writing, 1 pm (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library every other Wednesday for this virtual creative writing session on Zoom. Each week we’ll introduce a prompt, write for a few minutes, and then share what we’ve come up with! Click here to join. Taking a Closer Look at Reparations, 7 pm (virtual) FreeJoin expert panelists Khalil Gibran Muhammad, Ford Foundation Professor of History, Race and Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School and Laurie Beachum, the Director of Communications for the New Jersey Institute for Social Justice as they share background and updates on Reparations. Panelists will discuss the history supporting reparations and New Jersey efforts to address the issue. Panelist will engage in Q&A’s with attendees. Register in Advance. Thursday, February 10th Special Conversations with Mona Awad, 7 - 8 pm, (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with their distinguished guest speaker, Mona Awad, Author of All’s Well, Bunny, and 13 Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl. Her topic is All’s Well: A Novel of Shakespeare, Chronic Pain, and Dark Wish Fulfillment. Click HERE to join. Books Now and Then Book Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur Black History Month title is Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead. A keen-eyed and very funny, novel about race, power and the history of Harlem, all disguised as a thrill-ride crime novel. Register HERE. Cultural Expressions Chat FreePresented by Hilton Neighborhood Association and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Curator Chats, a collection of video portraits compiled by NMAAHC curators, provide insight and anecdotal information about exhibitions at the museum and upcoming projects. Times and links will be available on the Hilton Neighborhood Association website, Hilton Neighborhood Association. Friday, February 11th Reggae Soca Night with The Verdict, 8 pm, doors open at 7:30 pm FreeThe Woodland Great Hall, 60 Woodland Road, MaplewoodGroove to the sounds of this high energy band as they rock with Caribbean flavor. Broritos food truck will be on the premises for your dining delight. Saturday, February 12th Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, 10 am to noon FreeMaplewood LibraryFor people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Work on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. All skill levels are welcome! Bring your own supplies and materials. No registration needed. For meeting location, go to Yarn & Fiber Arts Group. Sunday, February 13th “Open Hearth Cooking: Explore African American Foodways" with Chef Jesse Jones, 2 pm (doors open at 1 pm) FreeDurand-Hedden House & Garden, 523 Ridgewood Road, MaplewoodJoin Chef Jesse Jones for an afternoon dedicated to African American cooking by our historic open hearth. For more information go to American Foodways or Facebook at Facebook.com/DurandHedden. The Harlem Chamber Players, 4 pm-5:30 pm FreeBlack History Month Concert at the Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd, MaplewoodSeating will be limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The program includes William Grant Still Lyric Quartette, Nkeiru Okoye Three Movements for String Quartet, Jessie Montgomery Strum, and Antonin Dvorak String Quartet No.11 in C Major, Op. 61, B 121. Featured musicians are Ashley Horne, Violin, Claire Chan, Violin, William Frampton, Viola, and Wayne Smith, Cello. Wednesday, February 16th St. Valentine's Day Lunch, 12 pm, $10Maplewood Community Center, 120 Burnett Avenue, MaplewoodWhat says love better than pasta in pink vodka sauce and chocolate? Come and enjoy a decadent lunch to celebrate St. Valentine's Day. Register by calling 973-763-0750 or going to https://maplewood.recdesk.com/Community/Program. Proof of vaccination or negative Covid test required.Read Around the World: Senegal, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur Black History Month title is At Night All Blood is Black by David Dio. The story is hypnotic, heartbreaking rendering of a soldier alone in the midst of the savagery of war, whose mind is hurtling towards madness. Register HERE. Poetry in the Round: Megan Fernandes, 7 pm (virtual) FreeSeton Hall UniversityJoin on Crowdcast to hear Megan Fernandes read poetry. Click on Crowdcast to join and attend the poetry reading. Thursday, February 17th Sports: Leveling the Playing Field Chat FreePresented by Hilton Neighborhood Association and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Curator Chats, a collection of video portraits compiled by NMAAHC curators, provide insight and anecdotal information about exhibitions at the museum and upcoming projects. Times and links will be available on the Hilton Neighborhood Association website, Hilton Neighborhood Association. UN Secretary-General Guterres’ Agenda, 7:20 – 8 pm (virtual) FreeSeton Hall UniversityPeter Reid, Director of Strategic Communications for the Secretary-General of the United Nations will discuss the priorities and challenges of United Nations Secretary-General Guterres. Register here, UN Secretary-General Guterres. Friday, February 18th Special Conversations with Laurie Alvandian, 1 pm – 2 pm FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with our distinguished guest speaker, Laurie Alvandian, US-born librarian and library advocate at National Library of Armenia (and former Maplewood local). Her topic is Libraries and Democracy: Lessons from Armenia. Click HERE to join. A CNN Film – John Lewis: Good Trouble, a documentary screening FreeDoors open 7:30 pm and the show starts 8 pmThe Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd, MaplewoodAn intimate account of legendary U.S. Representative John Lewis’ life, legacy and more than 60 years of extraordinary activism — from the bold teenager on the front lines of the Civil Rights movement to the legislative powerhouse he was throughout his career. He organized Freedom Rides that left him bloodied or jailed, and stood at the front lines in the historic marches on Washington and Selma. He never lost the spirit of the “boy from Troy” and called on his fellow Americans to get into “good trouble” until his passing on July 17, 2020. Saturday, February 19th "Is This What We Paid For", tickets $21.99First show 3 pm, doors open at 2:30 pm, Second show 6:30 pm, doors open at 7 pmThe Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd, MaplewoodThis is a (1) act stage-play that poses a simple question. If activists who perished during the civil rights era were all to come back present day to see how African Americans currently live, would they feel their sacrifice was worth the fight or was it all in vain? To purchase ticket, go to What We Paid For. Tuesday, February 22nd Everything You Need to Know, 6 – 7 pm (virtual) FreePresent by The Apothecarium NJ Outreach TeamThis presentation is for prospective patients who may be considering medical cannabis as part of their health and wellness regimen. Program attendees will learn about the NJ Medical Marijuana Program and The Apothecarium Dispensary. Presentation topics include: Introduction to the Apothecarium, Overview of the NJ Medical Cannabis Program, Approved Conditions for Medical Cannabis in NJ, Overview of the Endocannabinoid System/How Medical Cannabis Works, Efficacy and Safety of Medical Cannabis, How to Obtain a Patient or Caregiver Card in NJ, Approved Forms of Consumption, and Opportunity for Q&A with the Apothecarium Team. Link for virtual event will be available soon. “Jubilee! A Celebration of Black Composers”, 7 – 8 pm FreeThe Woodland, Woodland Rd, MaplewoodAn enlightening and inspiring selection of great music, featuring top student ensembles of Maplewood and South Orange. Harambee Chamber Orchestra and Columbia High School Virtuosi perform works by Florence Price, William Grant Still, Hanna Benn, Stephen Spottswood, Adolphus Hailstork, and James Weldon Johnson! Akwaaba Gallery: Newark’s Hidden Gem, 7 – 8 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryTrinidad native Laura Bonas Palmer is the owner of Akwaaba Gallery, located in Newark’s Fairmont neighborhood. Opened in 2019, the thriving gallery has become the art hub of the West Ward. Akwaaba is the city’s only Black-owned commercial gallery, and Palmer is one of very few Black women gallery owners in the United States. She will talk about the gallery’s inception, its diverse and eclectic exhibits, and how it is changing the face of the community. Register here. Wednesday, February 23rd Creative Writing, 1 pm (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library every other Wednesday for this virtual creative writing session on Zoom. Each week we’ll introduce a prompt, write for a few minutes, and then share what we’ve come up with! Click here to join. Pay It Forward: A Guide to Giving Back, 2 – 3 pm (virtual) FreeSeton Hall UniversityOur lives are shaped by the kindness of others. We can’t always pay them back, but we have the power to pass it on. From small random acts to volunteering, you have a chance to make life better for others. In this seminar, we’ll explore the possibilities, how to get started, and the many benefits of doing good. To register, click Pay It Forward Presented by Cigna Employee Assistance Program. Thursday, February 24th Double Victory: The African American Military Experience Chat FreePresented by Hilton Neighborhood Association and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Curator Chats, a collection of video portraits compiled by NMAAHC curators, provide insight and anecdotal information about exhibitions at the museum and upcoming projects. Times and links will be available on the Hilton Neighborhood Association website, Hilton Neighborhood Association. Friday, February 25th Why Is We Americans? (2020), directed by Udi Aloni and Ayana Stafford-Morris. (102 min). (105) Not rated. 7 – 9:30 pm FreeNewark Museum of Art, Billy Johnson Auditorium, 49 Washington Street, NewarkWhy Is We Americans? is an in-depth, cinematic exploration of Newark’s legendary Baraka family. As we connect with the iconoclastic poet Amiri Baraka, his wife, Amina, and their son, Ras, a portrait of a city emerges with an inspiring call to arms in the fight for class and racial justice. This film and panel are part of Express Newark's Community Media Center Film Series. Proof of vaccination and masks are required. Saturday, February 26th BLM Route Art Run, 8 am Free Presented by SOMA Fox Running Club & Erasing Essex Borders this run is a collaboration between two organizations to create a running map forming the letters BLM in support of Black History Month and the creation of equality among all. For more details or to sign up, please go to SOMA Fox Running Club and click on Club Events. Monday, February 28th Book Discussion Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeSouth Orange Public Library Join the group to discuss Never Caught by Erica Armstrong Dunbar. This is a powerful narrative of Ona Judge, a runaway slave who had served George and Martha Washington at Mount Vernon and during his presidency in Philadelphia and the lengths to which the Washington’s went to recapture her. Click here to join. Black Queer Reading, 7 pm (virtual) FreeA Black History Month celebration of Black Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer and Questioning authors shared in community. Register here.
We are pleased to present theFebruary 2022 Calendar of Events from Soma Two Towns For All Ages Our February/March Newsletter is in the mail, you can read it now atwww.somatwotownsforallages.org, click on Publications. Save the Dates for March Senior Technology Assistance, mid-March, 3 pm to 4 pm FreeSOMA Two Towns for All Ages is pleased to work with Seton Hall University again to deliver technology assistance for our older adult SOMA community. The spring session will begin mid-March and run for approximately 3 weeks. Each class will include a 10-minute presentation followed by 1:1 assistance with questions on any topic. These classes are interactive so please bring your device with you! Details with registration information will be available in early March. Feel free to call the SOMA Two Towns office if you have questions, 973-558-0863. All School Musical Dress Rehearsal Returns, Newsies, March 10th, 5:30 pm FreeColumbia High School Auditorium, 17 Parker Avenue, MaplewoodCome and enjoy the dress rehearsal for this year’s musical. If history prevails, this will be another awesome performance. Proof of vaccination and masks are required. Social distancing can be easily accomplished given the size of the auditorium. Month-Long February Events February 1st – 28th Spotlighting South Orange Downtown Black Owned Businesses South Orange Downtown Our Black business owners not only contribute to the cultural diversity of our community, but also help us keep a healthy mind, body and soul. For Black History Month 2022 we are spotlighting our Black Owned business owners and showcasing how their businesses benefit the health and wellness of the South Orange Downtown community. To learn more about South Orange Black businesses go to Black Owned Businesses — South Orange Downtown.February 1st – 28thLIGHT [+ SOUND] By Patrick Hilaire Art Exhibit, Monday-Saturday, 12 – 6 pm FreeThe Herb + Milly Iris Gallery at SOPAC, curated by Jeremy MossThere will be a reception on Thursday, February 17; 5 – 8 pmCelebrate Black History Month with the photography of local notable, Patrick HilaireThis display showcases Hilaire’s stunning black-and-white portraits of Jazz musicians. His life’s work has focused on capturing the relationship between images and sound. Known as the man behind the camera at many Jazz happenings, Hilaire has photographed performers from SOPAC’s Jazz & Blues in the Loft series as well as the Dizzy Gillespie All Star Band at the Blue Note in New York City. If you are interested in making a purchase, please contact Linda Beard at (973) 382-1035 or lindab@sopacnow.org. February 1st – 28th"My America: Scenes celebrating African American past, present, and future", (virtual any time) FreePresented by The Strollers and Ivy Hill Vailsburg Center for Arts Culture and Community Activism (ACCA)Drawing from published and original poetry, prose, and plays, My America showcases the unique perspectives and contributions of African Americans to our national identity. The selections presented endeavor not only to honor the strength and struggles of African Americans through time, but also to extol the passion and creative brilliance emanating from this heritage, texturing the American experience at every step. Click for Theatrical Performance And Discussion. February 1st – 28th Black History Month Walk of Heroes, A Self-Guided Tour FreeSponsored by Springfield Avenue Partnership and Maplewood Village AllianceTake a stroll along the Black History Month Walk of Heroes featuring educational posters of African American historical figures on display in various storefronts on Springfield Avenue and Maplewood Village. February Events Tuesday, February 1st Evening with a Panther (Ms. Akua Njeri), 5 - 7:30 pm FreeSeton Hall UniversityAkua Njeri was the partner of the late Fred Hampton, chairman of the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party. The major motion picture, Judas and the Black Messiah, was released last year, depicting the events surrounding the assassination of Fred Hampton, leader of the Illinois Chapter of the Black Panther Party. The discussion will feature Akua Njeri, the partner of Fred Hampton, who was by his side when he was assassinated. Ms. Njeri will discuss Hampton’s life, her life of activism, and the Black Panther Party. Join using this link, Zoom. Meeting ID: 896 0670 8952 and Passcode: 239899. G(r)ay Matter Book Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur Black History Month title is How We Fight for Our Lives: A Memoir by Saeed JonesA stunning coming-of-age memoir about a young, black, gay man from the South as he fights to carve out a place for himself within his family, within his country, within his own hopes, desires, and fears. Register here. Wednesdays, February 2nd, 9th, 16th, and 23rd NJAAW Housing Series, 4 pm weekly (virtual) FreeNJ Advocates for Aging WellAging is not a one-size-fits-all journey. There can be several steps from living independently in one’s home to needing assisted living. Housing needs are not clear-cut or consistent. They are a continuum of needs, finances, preferences, and opportunities. This 4-sessions series, every Wednesday at 4 pm, will bring experts in the realm of NJ housing together to explore options at each stage and need for housing.Session 1, 2/2: Planning and Adapting to Stay in Your HomeSession 2, 2/9: Help in the HomeSession 3, 2/16: Senior Residential OptionsSession 4, 2/23: Policy & Plans for New & Innovative SolutionsRegister here once for all 4 sessions Wednesday, February 2nd “Acquired Taste: Contributions of the African Diaspora to Food Culture in the Americas” Newark Public Library, 6 pm (virtual) FreeFood historian, writer, chef and James Beard Book Award winner Michael Twitty will examine the history and continued legacy of African and African American contributions to cuisine, eating and food culture. View on Zoom or Facebook. Thursday, February 3rd Winter Stargazing, 7 pm (virtual) FreeThe Newark Museum of ArtThe northern hemisphere’s winter sky hosts some of the most amazing constellations, star clusters and deep-sky objects seen from Earth. During the program, facilitated by April Whitt of the Fernbank Science Center in Atlanta, GA, you can explore the current night sky and view some amazing sights with a telescope (weather permitting). This program will be available on Zoom and live on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, and Twitch. Register here CANCELLED Due to weather forecast. Seton Hall University Lectures Dr. Yanzhong Huang Book Talk: Toxic Politics, 4:30 – 6 pm (virtual) Free. Dr. Yanzhong Huang will discuss his book Toxic Politics: China’s Environmental Health Crisis and Its Challenge to the Chinese State published by Cambridge University Press last year at this virtual event hosted by the School of Diplomacy. Register here Toxic Politics Dr. Murzaku to Speak on Mother Teresa, 7:30 – 8:30 FreeInes Murzaku, Ph.D., Director of Catholic Studies, has been invited to give a lecture on Mother Teresa! Click here to join the live presentation, Mother Teresa God, Sex, and the Radical Demands of Love, 8 – 10 pm FreeSeton Hall, Jubilee HallThis talk will address some of the most pressing questions we all face: Who are you? Why are you here? How do you live your life in true happiness and joy? The New Negro Renaissance Chat FreePresented by Hilton Neighborhood Association and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Curator Chats, a collection of video portraits compiled by NMAAHC curators, provide insight and anecdotal information about exhibitions at the museum and upcoming projects. Times and links will be available on the Hilton Neighborhood Association website, Hilton Neighborhood Association. Friday, February 4th Special Conversations with Michael Schein, 1 pm, (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with distinguished guest speaker, Michael Schein, Author of The Hype Handbook and Founder & President of Microfame Media. His topic is Marketing is for Morons: Using Hype to Attract Attention to Your Work. Click HERE to join. Saturday, February 5th, 12th, and 19th Erasing South Orange Boarders Run/Walk FreePresented by Erasing Essex's BordersJoin resident Stephanie Lawson Muhammad, founder of Erasing Essex’s Borders, on an exploration of the historical borders that defined the boundaries of South Orange within Essex County and how those borders have impacted African Americans over the last 150 years. Each route will cover approximately 3.1 miles (5k) and incorporate locations and landmarks significant to the African American experience.Limited Spaces/Registration Required. Register Here!Scheduled Times (Must Register):Saturday, February 5th, 8:00 am (Running)/1:00 pm (Walkers)Saturday, February 12th, 8:00 am (Running)/1:00 pm (Walkers)Saturday, February 19th, 8:00 am (Running)/1:00 pm (Walkers) Saturday, February 5th Make Your Own Homemade Dumplings, 12 pm (virtual) FreeCelebrate Lunar New Year with the Newark Public LibraryThe Vailsburg Branch Library and the Greater Newark Conservancy present this hands-on/virtual experience. Dumpling wrappers will be available for participants to pick up the week before at either the Greater Newark Conservancy, 32 Prince Street or the Vailsburg branch (75 Alexander Street, Newark, 07106. Register Here in advance. Monday, February 7th Explore the Leonard J. Buck Garden, 7:30 pm, (virtual) FreeMaplewood Garden ClubKathleen Podgalsky will explore this woodland-and-rock garden with a virtual stroll among rocky outcrops, ponds, shady paths, and open meadows. She will reveal the many faces of the garden through photographs taken throughout the garden year, showing the beauty of nature in all seasons. Kathleen’s presentation will follow a brief business meeting and conclude with a Q&A session. For meeting details, please go to MGC’s website, www.maplewoodgardenclub.org. February 8th – April 14th Tuesdays and Thursdays (By appointment only)Get your taxes done for free!South Orange Public Library, 65 Scotland Road, South Orange, NJ 07079AARP Foundation Tax Aide Program will again be offering free basic tax preparation for moderate income and elderly taxpayers. The service is open to any taxpayer with no residency restrictions. Similar services are being offered at other libraries on different days and at different times. For additional locations and times go to TaxAide. To make an appointment in South Orange, call the library reference desk, 973-762-0230. Beginning Tuesday, February 8th NJ Emergency Rescue Mortgage Assistance Program (ERMA)If you need help paying your mortgage, ERMA provides up to $35,000 to eligible homeowner facing foreclosure and displacement. The application portal opens Tuesday, February 8th, at NJ ERMA. Also, free housing counseling is available at njhousing.gov. For additional information: (855) 647-7700 or HAFservicing@njhmfa.gov Wednesday, February 9th Creative Writing, 1 pm (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library every other Wednesday for this virtual creative writing session on Zoom. Each week we’ll introduce a prompt, write for a few minutes, and then share what we’ve come up with! Click here to join. Taking a Closer Look at Reparations, 7 pm (virtual) FreeJoin expert panelists Khalil Gibran Muhammad, Ford Foundation Professor of History, Race and Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School and Laurie Beachum, the Director of Communications for the New Jersey Institute for Social Justice as they share background and updates on Reparations. Panelists will discuss the history supporting reparations and New Jersey efforts to address the issue. Panelist will engage in Q&A’s with attendees. Register in Advance. Thursday, February 10th Special Conversations with Mona Awad, 7 - 8 pm, (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with their distinguished guest speaker, Mona Awad, Author of All’s Well, Bunny, and 13 Ways of Looking at a Fat Girl. Her topic is All’s Well: A Novel of Shakespeare, Chronic Pain, and Dark Wish Fulfillment. Click HERE to join. Books Now and Then Book Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur Black History Month title is Harlem Shuffle by Colson Whitehead. A keen-eyed and very funny, novel about race, power and the history of Harlem, all disguised as a thrill-ride crime novel. Register HERE. Cultural Expressions Chat FreePresented by Hilton Neighborhood Association and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Curator Chats, a collection of video portraits compiled by NMAAHC curators, provide insight and anecdotal information about exhibitions at the museum and upcoming projects. Times and links will be available on the Hilton Neighborhood Association website, Hilton Neighborhood Association. Friday, February 11th Reggae Soca Night with The Verdict, 8 pm, doors open at 7:30 pm FreeThe Woodland Great Hall, 60 Woodland Road, MaplewoodGroove to the sounds of this high energy band as they rock with Caribbean flavor. Broritos food truck will be on the premises for your dining delight. Saturday, February 12th Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, 10 am to noon FreeMaplewood LibraryFor people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Work on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. All skill levels are welcome! Bring your own supplies and materials. No registration needed. For meeting location, go to Yarn & Fiber Arts Group. Sunday, February 13th “Open Hearth Cooking: Explore African American Foodways" with Chef Jesse Jones, 2 pm (doors open at 1 pm) FreeDurand-Hedden House & Garden, 523 Ridgewood Road, MaplewoodJoin Chef Jesse Jones for an afternoon dedicated to African American cooking by our historic open hearth. For more information go to American Foodways or Facebook at Facebook.com/DurandHedden. The Harlem Chamber Players, 4 pm-5:30 pm FreeBlack History Month Concert at the Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd, MaplewoodSeating will be limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. The program includes William Grant Still Lyric Quartette, Nkeiru Okoye Three Movements for String Quartet, Jessie Montgomery Strum, and Antonin Dvorak String Quartet No.11 in C Major, Op. 61, B 121. Featured musicians are Ashley Horne, Violin, Claire Chan, Violin, William Frampton, Viola, and Wayne Smith, Cello. Wednesday, February 16th St. Valentine's Day Lunch, 12 pm, $10Maplewood Community Center, 120 Burnett Avenue, MaplewoodWhat says love better than pasta in pink vodka sauce and chocolate? Come and enjoy a decadent lunch to celebrate St. Valentine's Day. Register by calling 973-763-0750 or going to https://maplewood.recdesk.com/Community/Program. Proof of vaccination or negative Covid test required.Read Around the World: Senegal, 7 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryOur Black History Month title is At Night All Blood is Black by David Dio. The story is hypnotic, heartbreaking rendering of a soldier alone in the midst of the savagery of war, whose mind is hurtling towards madness. Register HERE. Poetry in the Round: Megan Fernandes, 7 pm (virtual) FreeSeton Hall UniversityJoin on Crowdcast to hear Megan Fernandes read poetry. Click on Crowdcast to join and attend the poetry reading. Thursday, February 17th Sports: Leveling the Playing Field Chat FreePresented by Hilton Neighborhood Association and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Curator Chats, a collection of video portraits compiled by NMAAHC curators, provide insight and anecdotal information about exhibitions at the museum and upcoming projects. Times and links will be available on the Hilton Neighborhood Association website, Hilton Neighborhood Association. UN Secretary-General Guterres’ Agenda, 7:20 – 8 pm (virtual) FreeSeton Hall UniversityPeter Reid, Director of Strategic Communications for the Secretary-General of the United Nations will discuss the priorities and challenges of United Nations Secretary-General Guterres. Register here, UN Secretary-General Guterres. Friday, February 18th Special Conversations with Laurie Alvandian, 1 pm – 2 pm FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library for a virtual discussion on Zoom with our distinguished guest speaker, Laurie Alvandian, US-born librarian and library advocate at National Library of Armenia (and former Maplewood local). Her topic is Libraries and Democracy: Lessons from Armenia. Click HERE to join. A CNN Film – John Lewis: Good Trouble, a documentary screening FreeDoors open 7:30 pm and the show starts 8 pmThe Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd, MaplewoodAn intimate account of legendary U.S. Representative John Lewis’ life, legacy and more than 60 years of extraordinary activism — from the bold teenager on the front lines of the Civil Rights movement to the legislative powerhouse he was throughout his career. He organized Freedom Rides that left him bloodied or jailed, and stood at the front lines in the historic marches on Washington and Selma. He never lost the spirit of the “boy from Troy” and called on his fellow Americans to get into “good trouble” until his passing on July 17, 2020. Saturday, February 19th "Is This What We Paid For", tickets $21.99First show 3 pm, doors open at 2:30 pm, Second show 6:30 pm, doors open at 7 pmThe Woodland, 60 Woodland Rd, MaplewoodThis is a (1) act stage-play that poses a simple question. If activists who perished during the civil rights era were all to come back present day to see how African Americans currently live, would they feel their sacrifice was worth the fight or was it all in vain? To purchase ticket, go to What We Paid For. Tuesday, February 22nd Everything You Need to Know, 6 – 7 pm (virtual) FreePresent by The Apothecarium NJ Outreach TeamThis presentation is for prospective patients who may be considering medical cannabis as part of their health and wellness regimen. Program attendees will learn about the NJ Medical Marijuana Program and The Apothecarium Dispensary. Presentation topics include: Introduction to the Apothecarium, Overview of the NJ Medical Cannabis Program, Approved Conditions for Medical Cannabis in NJ, Overview of the Endocannabinoid System/How Medical Cannabis Works, Efficacy and Safety of Medical Cannabis, How to Obtain a Patient or Caregiver Card in NJ, Approved Forms of Consumption, and Opportunity for Q&A with the Apothecarium Team. Link for virtual event will be available soon. “Jubilee! A Celebration of Black Composers”, 7 – 8 pm FreeThe Woodland, Woodland Rd, MaplewoodAn enlightening and inspiring selection of great music, featuring top student ensembles of Maplewood and South Orange. Harambee Chamber Orchestra and Columbia High School Virtuosi perform works by Florence Price, William Grant Still, Hanna Benn, Stephen Spottswood, Adolphus Hailstork, and James Weldon Johnson! Akwaaba Gallery: Newark’s Hidden Gem, 7 – 8 pm (virtual) FreeMaplewood LibraryTrinidad native Laura Bonas Palmer is the owner of Akwaaba Gallery, located in Newark’s Fairmont neighborhood. Opened in 2019, the thriving gallery has become the art hub of the West Ward. Akwaaba is the city’s only Black-owned commercial gallery, and Palmer is one of very few Black women gallery owners in the United States. She will talk about the gallery’s inception, its diverse and eclectic exhibits, and how it is changing the face of the community. Register here. Wednesday, February 23rd Creative Writing, 1 pm (virtual) FreeJoin the South Orange Public Library every other Wednesday for this virtual creative writing session on Zoom. Each week we’ll introduce a prompt, write for a few minutes, and then share what we’ve come up with! Click here to join. Pay It Forward: A Guide to Giving Back, 2 – 3 pm (virtual) FreeSeton Hall UniversityOur lives are shaped by the kindness of others. We can’t always pay them back, but we have the power to pass it on. From small random acts to volunteering, you have a chance to make life better for others. In this seminar, we’ll explore the possibilities, how to get started, and the many benefits of doing good. To register, click Pay It Forward Presented by Cigna Employee Assistance Program. Thursday, February 24th Double Victory: The African American Military Experience Chat FreePresented by Hilton Neighborhood Association and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The Curator Chats, a collection of video portraits compiled by NMAAHC curators, provide insight and anecdotal information about exhibitions at the museum and upcoming projects. Times and links will be available on the Hilton Neighborhood Association website, Hilton Neighborhood Association. Friday, February 25th Why Is We Americans? (2020), directed by Udi Aloni and Ayana Stafford-Morris. (102 min). (105) Not rated. 7 – 9:30 pm FreeNewark Museum of Art, Billy Johnson Auditorium, 49 Washington Street, NewarkWhy Is We Americans? is an in-depth, cinematic exploration of Newark’s legendary Baraka family. As we connect with the iconoclastic poet Amiri Baraka, his wife, Amina, and their son, Ras, a portrait of a city emerges with an inspiring call to arms in the fight for class and racial justice. This film and panel are part of Express Newark's Community Media Center Film Series. Proof of vaccination and masks are required. Saturday, February 26th BLM Route Art Run, 8 am Free Presented by SOMA Fox Running Club & Erasing Essex Borders this run is a collaboration between two organizations to create a running map forming the letters BLM in support of Black History Month and the creation of equality among all. For more details or to sign up, please go to SOMA Fox Running Club and click on Club Events. Monday, February 28th Book Discussion Group, 7 pm (virtual) FreeSouth Orange Public Library Join the group to discuss Never Caught by Erica Armstrong Dunbar. This is a powerful narrative of Ona Judge, a runaway slave who had served George and Martha Washington at Mount Vernon and during his presidency in Philadelphia and the lengths to which the Washington’s went to recapture her. Click here to join. Black Queer Reading, 7 pm (virtual) FreeA Black History Month celebration of Black Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer and Questioning authors shared in community. Register here.
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GENERAL EVENT INFORMATION South Orange Active Older AdultWinter Recreation and Cultural Programming Indoor programs including Beginner Yoga, Line Dancing, Chair Yoga, Project Healthy Bones, Creative Blooms Crafts, Ikebana, Canasta, and Mah Jongg are offered in the SOPAC loft beginning in mid-January. Classes are open to South Orange and Maplewood residents. Per the Village guidelines, proof of vaccination and masks are required. For class details, fees and to register go to Catalog - South Orange Department of Recreation & Cultural Affairs (rec1.com), click on Active Older Adults or call 973-378-7754 ext 2.SOMA 2021 Senior SurveyLet your voice be heard! If you are 60 or older, we invite you to take our community-wide survey. As both towns endeavor to meet the expectations of all residents, we would like to know more about our older adult community. We want input from everyone in this age group. You can access the online version of the survey via https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SOMA_2021_Senior_Survey. This link is also on our website, somatwotownsforallages.org. Paper copies are available at both town libraries (Hilton branch in Maplewood), both Town Halls, the DeHart Center, and the Maplewood Senior Center. You can return completed surveys at the libraries, Senior Center, or our Town Hall locations. It will take about 20 minutes to complete the survey. Many thanks to all who have already responded! Rutgers Virtual Courses for Seniors The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Rutgers University (OLLI-RU) is for individuals over 50 who are looking for an opportunity to expand their horizons, learn in an engaging environment, and meet new friends. OLLI-RU offers reasonably priced noncredit education that is stimulating, friendly, and informal–there are no tests and no grades! You will be part of a learning community that is full of diversity, insight, wisdom, intellectual and cultural stimulation, and friendship. The shorter winter session begins January 6th and ends on February 18th. The spring session begins February 28th. For registration and course information, go to home | Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (rutgers.edu) or call, 848-932-6554. CALENDAR EVENTS Monday, January 3rd Maplewood Garden Club Monthly Speaker’s Program: “Community Planning, Community Planting", 7:30 pm, FreeJoin Maplewood Garden Club on Monday, January 3, at 7:30 when a representative from Our Green West Orange will share the green initiatives OGWO has been pursuing in its West Orange community, including educational resources on native plants, tree management and identification, pesticide and weed alternatives, and environmental justice. The presentation will follow a brief business meeting and conclude with a Q&A session. For meeting details, go to MGC’s website, www.maplewoodgardenclub.org. Tuesday, January 4th G(r)ay Matter Book Discussion Group (Virtual), 7 to 8 pm, FreeThis Maplewood Library book group will discuss works by contemporary LGBTQIA+ and Two-spirit authors in a variety of genres, including fiction, history, memoirs, poetry, science fiction, and graphic novels. Our January title is Poet Warrior: A Memoir by Joy Harjo, the first Native American to serve as U.S. poet laureate. She invites us to travel along the heartaches, losses, and humble realizations of her "poet-warrior" road. Poet Warrior reveals how Harjo came to write poetry of compassion and healing, poetry with the power to unearth the truth and demand justice. To register, go to the events calendar at Maplewood Library. Thursday, January 6th Essex County Weequahic Park Birding Walk with New Jersey Audubon, 8:45 am to 11 am, $10 members/$15 non-membersVisit an Essex County oasis while searching for wintering ducks, gulls and passerine birds. All can be viewed along an easy trail around the lake. Enter the park at Meeker and Empire Streets, Newark, then bear left and continue to the large parking area on the south side of the lake. Led by Dave Hall, Associate Naturalist, NJ Audubon. Pre-registration is required. Payment may be made via credit card. To register, please contact the Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary at (908) 396-6386. Friday, January 7th Special Conversations with Camile Guthrie, 1 pm, VirtualJoin the South Orange Public Library’s guest, Camille Guthrie, Author of Diamonds and other poetry books, Director of Undergraduate Writing at Bennington College, who will speak on Writing at Midlife: Humor and Heartbreak Click HERE to join. Saturday, January 8th Maplewood Library Yarn and Fiber Group, 10 am to 12 pm, FreeThe group will meet in person once a month. The January location is 1978 Springfield Ave., Maplewood. This is a gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Enjoy a relaxing morning working on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. Bring your own supplies. Drop in: no registration is required. All skill levels are welcome! Face masks are required. Karaoke Night at The Fox & Falcon,19 Valley Street, South OrangeJoin the Fox and Falcon and MAPSO Entertainment at the main bar starting at 10 pm for Karaoke! Take the stage, belt out your favorite tunes, and entertain a supportive local audience. Thursday, January 13th Maplewood Library Books Now and Then Book Discussion Group (Virtual), 7 pm to 8 pm, FreeOur January title, Stoner by John Williams, is a deeply moving classic that follows the life of a quiet English professor who, after escaping his poor roots, finds only disappointment and heartache and gives himself fully to his profound love of literature. To register, go to the events calendar at Maplewood Library. Friday, January 14th Museum Crawl: Teatro-Museo Dali in Figueres, Spain, 12:00 pm, FreeNewark Museum of Art, VirtualExplore the work of Salvador Dalí with a virtual visit to the Teatro-Museo Dalí, a jewel of the Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí in Figueres, Spain. Fiona Mata, Coordinator of the Centre for Dalinian Studies, guides us on this special tour. This Museum Crawl will be offered in English and some Spanish.Click to Museum Crawl: Teatro-Museo Dalí in Figueres, Spain Registration, Fri, Jan 14, 2022 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite Monday, January 17th21st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Observance, 4:00 pm live on YouTubeCommunity Coalition on RaceThis year’s observance theme is “Serving Something Greater Than Ourselves", and is based on Dr. King’s call “to discover some cause and some purpose, some loyalty outside of yourself and give yourself to that something.” This interfaith observance will include performances, stories, and ways to connect to volunteer opportunities. For the link and more information go to 21st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Observance & Luminary Lighting - South Orange/Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. Luminary Lighting, $10/$20At home, immediately following the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ObservanceCommunity Coalition on RaceThe observance will be followed immediately by the lighting of luminaries throughout SOMA. Luminaries can be purchased locally and come four in a pack for a suggested donation of $10 in support of the mission of the Community Coalition on Race. By popular request, there will be a special option of LED candles (suitable for indoor use), for a suggested donation of $10. Luminaries will be available for sale at Able Baker, Pet Wants, Sparkhouse Toys, True Salvage, D&I Fitness, Oh! Canary, A Paper Hat, General Store Cooperative and Words. MLK, Jr. Day Symposium, 9 am to 4 pm, FreeSeton Hall University, VirtualIn honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one of America’s most revered advocates for racial justice and social change, the College of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies, will once again offer a special workshop to be held on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The day-long event will take place on Monday, January 17,.9 am – 4 pm, and will be offered online through Microsoft Teams where you can log on at 8:45 am. Registration is required, Register Here. Attendees can register for the morning, afternoon, or both sessions. Wednesday, January 19th First Ever New Year Celebration, 12:00 pm, $10Maplewood Senior Center, 106 Burnett Avenue, MaplewoodMaybe by officially welcoming in 2022 it will be a great year, filled with health happiness and lots of good luck for us all. Hor d’oeuvres, sparkling cider and something sweet for a sweet new year will be served. Enjoy a little BINGO for some fun. Call 973-763-0750 to register or go to Maplewood Recreation. Read Around the World: Ecuador (Virtual). 7 pm to 8 pmMaplewood Library Our January title is The Sisters of Alameda Street by Lorena Hughes. A mix of historical fiction, romance and intrigue set in the 1960s, The Sisters of Alameda Street is a sweeping story of how one woman’s search for the truth of her identity forces a family to confront their own past.To register, go to the events calendar at Maplewood Library. Friday, January 21st Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Anti-Racism Training, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm, FreeSeton Hall University (Virtual)Join members from the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee for an interactive workshop on anti-racism and exploring race, bias, and identity. The DEI Anti-Racist Training: "A Conversation about Race and Racism" will help participants learn more about racism, how racism manifests itself, and what it means to be an anti-racist. This interactive workshop will help participants explore race, bias, and identity. Upon registration, you will receive a virtual link the day before the workshop. To register, go to Seton Hall University / DEI Anti-Racism Training (shu.edu). Special Conversations with Shelly Eversley, 1 pm, VirtualJoin the South Orange Public Library’s guest, Shelly Eversley, Professor and Interim Chair of Black and Latinx Studies, Baruch College, who will talk about Recovering a History of Black Writing and Black Resistance Obscured by Years of U.S. Censorship and Surveillance Click HERE to join. Sunday, January 23rd Backyard Birding 101, 1 pmJoin the Durand-Hedden House and Garden, Maplewood, to learn about the many birds that winter in New Jersey and find out how to get started in birding, including being able to correctly identify birds and how to set up a citizen science project in your backyard. Saturday, January 29th Birding Walk, 8:30 am to 11 am, $10 members/$15 non-members. Essex County Riker Hill Art Park and Becker Tract (Livingston)Walk thought old farm fields to discover overwintering field birds. Hike along the 1B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland. Led by Dave Hall, Associate Naturalist, NJ Audubon. Pre-registration is required. Payment may be made via credit card. Walk-ins are not permitted. To register, please visit contact the Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary at (908) 396-6386.
GENERAL EVENT INFORMATION South Orange Active Older AdultWinter Recreation and Cultural Programming Indoor programs including Beginner Yoga, Line Dancing, Chair Yoga, Project Healthy Bones, Creative Blooms Crafts, Ikebana, Canasta, and Mah Jongg are offered in the SOPAC loft beginning in mid-January. Classes are open to South Orange and Maplewood residents. Per the Village guidelines, proof of vaccination and masks are required. For class details, fees and to register go to Catalog - South Orange Department of Recreation & Cultural Affairs (rec1.com), click on Active Older Adults or call 973-378-7754 ext 2.SOMA 2021 Senior SurveyLet your voice be heard! If you are 60 or older, we invite you to take our community-wide survey. As both towns endeavor to meet the expectations of all residents, we would like to know more about our older adult community. We want input from everyone in this age group. You can access the online version of the survey via https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/SOMA_2021_Senior_Survey. This link is also on our website, somatwotownsforallages.org. Paper copies are available at both town libraries (Hilton branch in Maplewood), both Town Halls, the DeHart Center, and the Maplewood Senior Center. You can return completed surveys at the libraries, Senior Center, or our Town Hall locations. It will take about 20 minutes to complete the survey. Many thanks to all who have already responded! Rutgers Virtual Courses for Seniors The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Rutgers University (OLLI-RU) is for individuals over 50 who are looking for an opportunity to expand their horizons, learn in an engaging environment, and meet new friends. OLLI-RU offers reasonably priced noncredit education that is stimulating, friendly, and informal–there are no tests and no grades! You will be part of a learning community that is full of diversity, insight, wisdom, intellectual and cultural stimulation, and friendship. The shorter winter session begins January 6th and ends on February 18th. The spring session begins February 28th. For registration and course information, go to home | Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (rutgers.edu) or call, 848-932-6554. CALENDAR EVENTS Monday, January 3rd Maplewood Garden Club Monthly Speaker’s Program: “Community Planning, Community Planting", 7:30 pm, FreeJoin Maplewood Garden Club on Monday, January 3, at 7:30 when a representative from Our Green West Orange will share the green initiatives OGWO has been pursuing in its West Orange community, including educational resources on native plants, tree management and identification, pesticide and weed alternatives, and environmental justice. The presentation will follow a brief business meeting and conclude with a Q&A session. For meeting details, go to MGC’s website, www.maplewoodgardenclub.org. Tuesday, January 4th G(r)ay Matter Book Discussion Group (Virtual), 7 to 8 pm, FreeThis Maplewood Library book group will discuss works by contemporary LGBTQIA+ and Two-spirit authors in a variety of genres, including fiction, history, memoirs, poetry, science fiction, and graphic novels. Our January title is Poet Warrior: A Memoir by Joy Harjo, the first Native American to serve as U.S. poet laureate. She invites us to travel along the heartaches, losses, and humble realizations of her "poet-warrior" road. Poet Warrior reveals how Harjo came to write poetry of compassion and healing, poetry with the power to unearth the truth and demand justice. To register, go to the events calendar at Maplewood Library. Thursday, January 6th Essex County Weequahic Park Birding Walk with New Jersey Audubon, 8:45 am to 11 am, $10 members/$15 non-membersVisit an Essex County oasis while searching for wintering ducks, gulls and passerine birds. All can be viewed along an easy trail around the lake. Enter the park at Meeker and Empire Streets, Newark, then bear left and continue to the large parking area on the south side of the lake. Led by Dave Hall, Associate Naturalist, NJ Audubon. Pre-registration is required. Payment may be made via credit card. To register, please contact the Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary at (908) 396-6386. Friday, January 7th Special Conversations with Camile Guthrie, 1 pm, VirtualJoin the South Orange Public Library’s guest, Camille Guthrie, Author of Diamonds and other poetry books, Director of Undergraduate Writing at Bennington College, who will speak on Writing at Midlife: Humor and Heartbreak Click HERE to join. Saturday, January 8th Maplewood Library Yarn and Fiber Group, 10 am to 12 pm, FreeThe group will meet in person once a month. The January location is 1978 Springfield Ave., Maplewood. This is a gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Enjoy a relaxing morning working on your projects and get feedback and advice from fellow crafters. Bring your own supplies. Drop in: no registration is required. All skill levels are welcome! Face masks are required. Karaoke Night at The Fox & Falcon,19 Valley Street, South OrangeJoin the Fox and Falcon and MAPSO Entertainment at the main bar starting at 10 pm for Karaoke! Take the stage, belt out your favorite tunes, and entertain a supportive local audience. Thursday, January 13th Maplewood Library Books Now and Then Book Discussion Group (Virtual), 7 pm to 8 pm, FreeOur January title, Stoner by John Williams, is a deeply moving classic that follows the life of a quiet English professor who, after escaping his poor roots, finds only disappointment and heartache and gives himself fully to his profound love of literature. To register, go to the events calendar at Maplewood Library. Friday, January 14th Museum Crawl: Teatro-Museo Dali in Figueres, Spain, 12:00 pm, FreeNewark Museum of Art, VirtualExplore the work of Salvador Dalí with a virtual visit to the Teatro-Museo Dalí, a jewel of the Fundació Gala-Salvador Dalí in Figueres, Spain. Fiona Mata, Coordinator of the Centre for Dalinian Studies, guides us on this special tour. This Museum Crawl will be offered in English and some Spanish.Click to Museum Crawl: Teatro-Museo Dalí in Figueres, Spain Registration, Fri, Jan 14, 2022 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite Monday, January 17th21st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Observance, 4:00 pm live on YouTubeCommunity Coalition on RaceThis year’s observance theme is “Serving Something Greater Than Ourselves", and is based on Dr. King’s call “to discover some cause and some purpose, some loyalty outside of yourself and give yourself to that something.” This interfaith observance will include performances, stories, and ways to connect to volunteer opportunities. For the link and more information go to 21st Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Observance & Luminary Lighting - South Orange/Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. Luminary Lighting, $10/$20At home, immediately following the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. ObservanceCommunity Coalition on RaceThe observance will be followed immediately by the lighting of luminaries throughout SOMA. Luminaries can be purchased locally and come four in a pack for a suggested donation of $10 in support of the mission of the Community Coalition on Race. By popular request, there will be a special option of LED candles (suitable for indoor use), for a suggested donation of $10. Luminaries will be available for sale at Able Baker, Pet Wants, Sparkhouse Toys, True Salvage, D&I Fitness, Oh! Canary, A Paper Hat, General Store Cooperative and Words. MLK, Jr. Day Symposium, 9 am to 4 pm, FreeSeton Hall University, VirtualIn honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., one of America’s most revered advocates for racial justice and social change, the College of Arts and Sciences, in collaboration with the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies, will once again offer a special workshop to be held on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The day-long event will take place on Monday, January 17,.9 am – 4 pm, and will be offered online through Microsoft Teams where you can log on at 8:45 am. Registration is required, Register Here. Attendees can register for the morning, afternoon, or both sessions. Wednesday, January 19th First Ever New Year Celebration, 12:00 pm, $10Maplewood Senior Center, 106 Burnett Avenue, MaplewoodMaybe by officially welcoming in 2022 it will be a great year, filled with health happiness and lots of good luck for us all. Hor d’oeuvres, sparkling cider and something sweet for a sweet new year will be served. Enjoy a little BINGO for some fun. Call 973-763-0750 to register or go to Maplewood Recreation. Read Around the World: Ecuador (Virtual). 7 pm to 8 pmMaplewood Library Our January title is The Sisters of Alameda Street by Lorena Hughes. A mix of historical fiction, romance and intrigue set in the 1960s, The Sisters of Alameda Street is a sweeping story of how one woman’s search for the truth of her identity forces a family to confront their own past.To register, go to the events calendar at Maplewood Library. Friday, January 21st Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Anti-Racism Training, 10:30 am to 12:00 pm, FreeSeton Hall University (Virtual)Join members from the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee for an interactive workshop on anti-racism and exploring race, bias, and identity. The DEI Anti-Racist Training: "A Conversation about Race and Racism" will help participants learn more about racism, how racism manifests itself, and what it means to be an anti-racist. This interactive workshop will help participants explore race, bias, and identity. Upon registration, you will receive a virtual link the day before the workshop. To register, go to Seton Hall University / DEI Anti-Racism Training (shu.edu). Special Conversations with Shelly Eversley, 1 pm, VirtualJoin the South Orange Public Library’s guest, Shelly Eversley, Professor and Interim Chair of Black and Latinx Studies, Baruch College, who will talk about Recovering a History of Black Writing and Black Resistance Obscured by Years of U.S. Censorship and Surveillance Click HERE to join. Sunday, January 23rd Backyard Birding 101, 1 pmJoin the Durand-Hedden House and Garden, Maplewood, to learn about the many birds that winter in New Jersey and find out how to get started in birding, including being able to correctly identify birds and how to set up a citizen science project in your backyard. Saturday, January 29th Birding Walk, 8:30 am to 11 am, $10 members/$15 non-members. Essex County Riker Hill Art Park and Becker Tract (Livingston)Walk thought old farm fields to discover overwintering field birds. Hike along the 1B Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland. Led by Dave Hall, Associate Naturalist, NJ Audubon. Pre-registration is required. Payment may be made via credit card. Walk-ins are not permitted. To register, please visit contact the Scherman-Hoffman Wildlife Sanctuary at (908) 396-6386.
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Tomorrow - Friday, February 28 Veterans Benefits Workshop, Maplewood Senior Center, 11am · Learn About Benefits & Resources for Veterans. David Brimmer, from the US Department of Veteran Affairs Outreach Program and Social Work Service, will explain the range and scope of benefits for veterans of all ages, answer your questions and help you and your family connect to the benefits you have earned. · Veterans, their families and dependents are welcome, coffee & cookies will be served. · Need transportation? Call (973) 558-0863 WISE – Wellness Initiative for Senior Education Are you 60 and older, and looking for a fun opportunity to learn how to maintain a healthy lifestyle? Take the WISE class series at the Maplewood Senior Center. This class will meet for 6 Tuesdays from 1-3pm. Classes run March 24-April 28 and will cover: 1. Understanding the Changes Associated with Aging 2. Aging Sensitivity 3. Valuing Cultural and Generational Diversity 4. Medication and the older Adult 5. Substance Abuse and the Older Adult 6. An Enhanced Quality of Life To register or for more information, call Michelle at (973) 763-0750. The South Orange Public Library announces two new book groups: Literary Bites: A Culinary Book Group will meet the 3rd Monday of each month at 7:30 pm. Readers are encouraged to make a recipe from the selected book and bring it to the meeting to enjoy. Choices will range from fiction books that have recipes included to specific cooking genres, celebrity chef cookbooks, and other foodie suggestions. The first meeting will be Monday, March 16 to discuss and create recipes from “Catering to Nobody” by Diane Mott Davidson. Books Into Film, will meet the 3rd Friday of the month at 1pm to discuss books that have been or are to be made into TV events or movies. The first meeting will be Friday March 20 to discuss local favorite “The Plot Against America” by Philip Roth. Sunday, March 1 Community-wide Volunteer Fair, The Woodland, 1-3pm · Come to the 3rd Volunteer Fair and meet representatives from dozens of local non- profits seeking your help. From pet therapy to music, nature to education, there is a group for everyone to share their time and talents with. · For more motivation to volunteer, see “Good for You” on March 8. Society of Musical Arts Concert “A Vocal Sandwich (on Ludwig)”, Prospect Presbyterian Church, 646 Prospect Street, Maplewood, 4pm · Society of Musical Arts in Maplewood presents this free concert with Stephen Culbertson conducting, Stacia Theil, soprano and John-Andrew Fernandez, baritone, in works by Barber and Dvorak. The program begins and ends with music of Beethoven, hence the concert title, "A Vocal Sandwich (on Ludwig)” Monday, March 2 Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30 - 9:30pm · Based on her new book, “American Eden,” historian Victoria Johnson will tell the story of how David Hosack—the doctor at the Hamilton-Burr duel—founded the first public botanical garden in the US in 1801, amassing a spectacular collection of plants that brought him worldwide praise. Today, his former garden is the site of Rockefeller Center. Copies of her book available for purchase and autographing. Wednesday, March 4 Guided Painting at Funky Fun Art, The Woodland, 11:15am -2:15pm · $17 includes all supplies · Register at (973) 763-0750 Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1-3pm · “Downton Abbey” Thursday, March 5 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm · Speaker: Eugene Lieber · Topic: The Puritans and Why They are Relevant to the American Character Sunday, March 8 Good For You: The Health Benefits of Volunteering, SOPAC, 2pm · Did you know that volunteering lowers your blood pressure, increases your brain function and is great for your social life? · Join us as Lester Barnett, healthcare communications expert & Big Apple Greeter shares important research on the medically proven benefits of volunteering. Learn how your time and talents can help make you SHARPER, HEALTHIER & HAPPIER. Monday, March 9 Try Something New, DeHart Center, 2-3pm Talk Saves Lives: Suicide Prevention Presentation, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm · In the US, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death. Learn the risks and warning signs, what it is and who it affects. Find out what can be done to prevent it, and the treatments that are available to help underlying issues. · If you or someone you know needs to speak to someone about suicide, please call the Suicide Prevention Hotline: (800) 273-TALK (8255) · Co-sponsored by the Maplewood Library and the Department of Community Services, Public Health Division Wednesday, March 11 Maplewood Senior Club Meeting, Maplewood Senior Center, 10:30 am · Guest speaker Candice Davenport, Maplewood Health Officer. The Newark History Society presents "The Battle over Women's Suffrage in Newark," Newark Public Library, 5 Washington Street, 6 pm · This program is open to the public at no charge, with light refreshments. Free parking at the Bears & Eagles Stadium Parking Garage (entrance on Bridge Street). · Please RSVP by March 9 by email (NewarkHistorySoc@gmail.com) or (917) 254 -5028. Read Around the World, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm · “Human Acts: A Novel by Han Kang” (South Korea) Ideas Fest: An Evening with Barry Sonnenfeld, Maplewood Main Library, 8 pm · Kick off the annual Ideas Fest with Barry Sonnenfeld, award-winning producer, director and actor, and author of Barry Sonnenfeld, Call Your Mother Thursday, March 12 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library,1pm · Speaker: Ulysses G Dietz, Chief Curator Emeritus of the Newark Museum · Topic: Style & Status in Sterling: Silver in American Life “Mathilda," Columbia High School, 5:30pm (doors open at 5) · Once again, senior citizens are invited to preview the annual high school play for free on dress rehearsal night. · Tickets for other performance are almost sold out! This might be your only chance (and it is one of Cathy Rowe’s all time favorites so don’t miss it). · Need transportation? call (973) 558-0863. Welcome Home Your New Neighbors, Hilton Branch Library,7pm · Every spring birds start their courtship rituals and begin the hunt for the best nesting spots. Learn how to create and manage safe natural and artificial nesting options in your backyard. Watching young birds grow from hatchlings to fledglings is a wonderful way to get closer to nature. Presented by Wild Birds Unlimited. Jazzy Nights, Fox & Falcon Restaurant, 19 Valley St, South Orange, 7-11pm · Join a Jazzy Night of sophisticated live music in the beautifully appointed speakeasy- styled Essex Room. · Every month on the 2nd Thursday of the month, entrance is free, full food and beverage menu available. Friday, March 13 Folk Fridays, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30 - 9:30 pm · Sing Along & Jam (or just listen). · Bring refreshments to share. Saturday, March 14 Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - noon · A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Sunday, March 15 Durand Hedden House, 1pm · Honoring the Hard-won Fight for Votes for Women Monday, March 16 Literary Bites: A Culinary Book Group, South Orange Library, 7:30pm · “Catering to Nobody” by Diane Mott Davidson. · Bring food samples from the book to share! Tuesday, March 17 Overlook Hospital, “Healthy Avenues” Van, Maplewood Town Hall,10am - noon · The Healthy Avenues Van provides wellness screenings, including blood pressure checks. These services are FREE and open to the public, ages 18 years and older. · Body Mass Index, Glucose Screening and Colon Health Education · Questions? Contact the Maplewood Public Health Division, (973) 762-8120 Wednesday, March 18 St Patrick’s Day Party, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am – 2pm · Join in for a hot corned beef lunch with all the trimmings · $5 in advance, $8 at the door · Rsvp to (973) 763-0750 or online at HTTPS://Maplewood.recdesk.com/community/program Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm · “Judy” Jonathan Biss on Piano, SOPAC, 7:30pm · The Seton Hall Arts Council Classical Concert Series presents an all-Beethoven evening with renowned pianist Jonathan Biss. · $15 at the SOPAC box office · Preconcert Lecture on Beethoven with Dr. Paul Christiansen in the SOPAC Loft at 6:30 Traveling "This Land" with Dan Barry, Columbia High School, 7:30pm · Sponsored by the Adult School, $25, enroll at www.somadultschool.org or call (973) 378-7620 Wednesday March 18 – Sunday March 22 SOMA Film Festival at The Woodland · See the full schedule at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/92544281437. · Matinee discount on March 19, $6, 3-5pm. Thursday, March 19 South Orange Senior Circle, SOPAC Loft, 11am Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library,1pm · Speaker: Douglas Simon, Author & Chairman of Political Science and Public Affairs at SHU. · Topic: Politics of Impeachment. Sepsis – First Response, The Burgdorff, 5:30 - 7pm · This video was filmed in Maplewood with local health and first responder professionals and will be used as a national training module for first responders, school nurses and administration, families and healthcare providers. · Light reception at 5:30pm; Film screening starts at 6pm followed by Q&A · For more information contact: Candice Davenport cdavenport@twp.maplewood.nj.us Friday, March 20 Books Into Film Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 1pm · The first selection will be local favorite “The Plot Against America” by Philip Roth. Saturday, March 21 Art & Music Reception, Maplewood Main Library, 3 pm · The Ideas Festival art exhibit features the work of Congolese artist Muyambo Marcel Chisimba. Monday, March 23 Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30pm · "Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows" by Jaswai Ideas Fest: Andrea Bernstein, Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · Andrea Bernstein is the Peabody Award–winning cohost of the acclaimed WNYC/ProPublica podcast Trump, Inc., and the author of American Oligarchs: The Kushners, the Trumps, and the Marriage of Money and Power. Tuesday, March 24 Jazz Meets Broadway, SOPAC, 7:30pm · $15 at the SOPAC box office · Featuring talented Seton Hall University alumni and students of jazz and of musical theatre, Jazz Meets Broadway will highlight music from the Great American Songbook. Wednesday, March 25 Hunterdon Hills Playhouse: Sherlock Holmes Returns, bus departs Maplewood Senior Center at 10:15am - 2 seats left ! · $63, includes lunch and an All-New Immersive Musical-Mystery Comedy. Open House at Lester Senior Living Center, 3-5pm · If you’d like to learn more about the Lester lifestyle for yourself or a loved one, contact David Rozen at davidr@jchcorp.org or (973) 929-2725. Ideas Fest: Mary Mann and Carolyn Parisi, Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · Mary Mann and Carolyn Parisi, co-founders of the local news site VillageGreenNJ.com and the statewide calendar site NJNext, present “It Takes a Village (Green): Local News in the Age of the Internet.” · They will be receiving the Carol Buchanan Award for Outstanding Contributions to Civic and Intellectual Life. Thursday, March 26 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm · Speaker: · Topic: Egg Filling, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm · Help stuff the eggs for the annual egg hunt in Maplewood Memorial Park Ideas Fest: Marta Tellado, Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · Marta Tellado is the President and CEO of Consumer Reports and a graduate of Columbia High School. Saturday, March 28 Ideas Fest: Ibi Zoboi, Maplewood Main Library, 2 pm · Ibi Zoboi is the New York Times bestselling author of “My Life as an Ice Cream Sandwich.”, Monday, March 30 Ideas Fest: Jenifer Hixson, Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · Jenifer Hixson is a Senior Director and one of the hosts of The Moth Radio Hour on NPR. Upcoming Trips: “Sister Act” at Papermill Playhouse · April 16 matinee, $68 · Register by calling (973) 763-0750
Tomorrow - Friday, February 28 Veterans Benefits Workshop, Maplewood Senior Center, 11am · Learn About Benefits & Resources for Veterans. David Brimmer, from the US Department of Veteran Affairs Outreach Program and Social Work Service, will explain the range and scope of benefits for veterans of all ages, answer your questions and help you and your family connect to the benefits you have earned. · Veterans, their families and dependents are welcome, coffee & cookies will be served. · Need transportation? Call (973) 558-0863 WISE – Wellness Initiative for Senior Education Are you 60 and older, and looking for a fun opportunity to learn how to maintain a healthy lifestyle? Take the WISE class series at the Maplewood Senior Center. This class will meet for 6 Tuesdays from 1-3pm. Classes run March 24-April 28 and will cover: 1. Understanding the Changes Associated with Aging 2. Aging Sensitivity 3. Valuing Cultural and Generational Diversity 4. Medication and the older Adult 5. Substance Abuse and the Older Adult 6. An Enhanced Quality of Life To register or for more information, call Michelle at (973) 763-0750. The South Orange Public Library announces two new book groups: Literary Bites: A Culinary Book Group will meet the 3rd Monday of each month at 7:30 pm. Readers are encouraged to make a recipe from the selected book and bring it to the meeting to enjoy. Choices will range from fiction books that have recipes included to specific cooking genres, celebrity chef cookbooks, and other foodie suggestions. The first meeting will be Monday, March 16 to discuss and create recipes from “Catering to Nobody” by Diane Mott Davidson. Books Into Film, will meet the 3rd Friday of the month at 1pm to discuss books that have been or are to be made into TV events or movies. The first meeting will be Friday March 20 to discuss local favorite “The Plot Against America” by Philip Roth. Sunday, March 1 Community-wide Volunteer Fair, The Woodland, 1-3pm · Come to the 3rd Volunteer Fair and meet representatives from dozens of local non- profits seeking your help. From pet therapy to music, nature to education, there is a group for everyone to share their time and talents with. · For more motivation to volunteer, see “Good for You” on March 8. Society of Musical Arts Concert “A Vocal Sandwich (on Ludwig)”, Prospect Presbyterian Church, 646 Prospect Street, Maplewood, 4pm · Society of Musical Arts in Maplewood presents this free concert with Stephen Culbertson conducting, Stacia Theil, soprano and John-Andrew Fernandez, baritone, in works by Barber and Dvorak. The program begins and ends with music of Beethoven, hence the concert title, "A Vocal Sandwich (on Ludwig)” Monday, March 2 Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30 - 9:30pm · Based on her new book, “American Eden,” historian Victoria Johnson will tell the story of how David Hosack—the doctor at the Hamilton-Burr duel—founded the first public botanical garden in the US in 1801, amassing a spectacular collection of plants that brought him worldwide praise. Today, his former garden is the site of Rockefeller Center. Copies of her book available for purchase and autographing. Wednesday, March 4 Guided Painting at Funky Fun Art, The Woodland, 11:15am -2:15pm · $17 includes all supplies · Register at (973) 763-0750 Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1-3pm · “Downton Abbey” Thursday, March 5 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm · Speaker: Eugene Lieber · Topic: The Puritans and Why They are Relevant to the American Character Sunday, March 8 Good For You: The Health Benefits of Volunteering, SOPAC, 2pm · Did you know that volunteering lowers your blood pressure, increases your brain function and is great for your social life? · Join us as Lester Barnett, healthcare communications expert & Big Apple Greeter shares important research on the medically proven benefits of volunteering. Learn how your time and talents can help make you SHARPER, HEALTHIER & HAPPIER. Monday, March 9 Try Something New, DeHart Center, 2-3pm Talk Saves Lives: Suicide Prevention Presentation, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm · In the US, suicide is the 10th leading cause of death. Learn the risks and warning signs, what it is and who it affects. Find out what can be done to prevent it, and the treatments that are available to help underlying issues. · If you or someone you know needs to speak to someone about suicide, please call the Suicide Prevention Hotline: (800) 273-TALK (8255) · Co-sponsored by the Maplewood Library and the Department of Community Services, Public Health Division Wednesday, March 11 Maplewood Senior Club Meeting, Maplewood Senior Center, 10:30 am · Guest speaker Candice Davenport, Maplewood Health Officer. The Newark History Society presents "The Battle over Women's Suffrage in Newark," Newark Public Library, 5 Washington Street, 6 pm · This program is open to the public at no charge, with light refreshments. Free parking at the Bears & Eagles Stadium Parking Garage (entrance on Bridge Street). · Please RSVP by March 9 by email (NewarkHistorySoc@gmail.com) or (917) 254 -5028. Read Around the World, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm · “Human Acts: A Novel by Han Kang” (South Korea) Ideas Fest: An Evening with Barry Sonnenfeld, Maplewood Main Library, 8 pm · Kick off the annual Ideas Fest with Barry Sonnenfeld, award-winning producer, director and actor, and author of Barry Sonnenfeld, Call Your Mother Thursday, March 12 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library,1pm · Speaker: Ulysses G Dietz, Chief Curator Emeritus of the Newark Museum · Topic: Style & Status in Sterling: Silver in American Life “Mathilda," Columbia High School, 5:30pm (doors open at 5) · Once again, senior citizens are invited to preview the annual high school play for free on dress rehearsal night. · Tickets for other performance are almost sold out! This might be your only chance (and it is one of Cathy Rowe’s all time favorites so don’t miss it). · Need transportation? call (973) 558-0863. Welcome Home Your New Neighbors, Hilton Branch Library,7pm · Every spring birds start their courtship rituals and begin the hunt for the best nesting spots. Learn how to create and manage safe natural and artificial nesting options in your backyard. Watching young birds grow from hatchlings to fledglings is a wonderful way to get closer to nature. Presented by Wild Birds Unlimited. Jazzy Nights, Fox & Falcon Restaurant, 19 Valley St, South Orange, 7-11pm · Join a Jazzy Night of sophisticated live music in the beautifully appointed speakeasy- styled Essex Room. · Every month on the 2nd Thursday of the month, entrance is free, full food and beverage menu available. Friday, March 13 Folk Fridays, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30 - 9:30 pm · Sing Along & Jam (or just listen). · Bring refreshments to share. Saturday, March 14 Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - noon · A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Sunday, March 15 Durand Hedden House, 1pm · Honoring the Hard-won Fight for Votes for Women Monday, March 16 Literary Bites: A Culinary Book Group, South Orange Library, 7:30pm · “Catering to Nobody” by Diane Mott Davidson. · Bring food samples from the book to share! Tuesday, March 17 Overlook Hospital, “Healthy Avenues” Van, Maplewood Town Hall,10am - noon · The Healthy Avenues Van provides wellness screenings, including blood pressure checks. These services are FREE and open to the public, ages 18 years and older. · Body Mass Index, Glucose Screening and Colon Health Education · Questions? Contact the Maplewood Public Health Division, (973) 762-8120 Wednesday, March 18 St Patrick’s Day Party, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am – 2pm · Join in for a hot corned beef lunch with all the trimmings · $5 in advance, $8 at the door · Rsvp to (973) 763-0750 or online at HTTPS://Maplewood.recdesk.com/community/program Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm · “Judy” Jonathan Biss on Piano, SOPAC, 7:30pm · The Seton Hall Arts Council Classical Concert Series presents an all-Beethoven evening with renowned pianist Jonathan Biss. · $15 at the SOPAC box office · Preconcert Lecture on Beethoven with Dr. Paul Christiansen in the SOPAC Loft at 6:30 Traveling "This Land" with Dan Barry, Columbia High School, 7:30pm · Sponsored by the Adult School, $25, enroll at www.somadultschool.org or call (973) 378-7620 Wednesday March 18 – Sunday March 22 SOMA Film Festival at The Woodland · See the full schedule at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/92544281437. · Matinee discount on March 19, $6, 3-5pm. Thursday, March 19 South Orange Senior Circle, SOPAC Loft, 11am Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library,1pm · Speaker: Douglas Simon, Author & Chairman of Political Science and Public Affairs at SHU. · Topic: Politics of Impeachment. Sepsis – First Response, The Burgdorff, 5:30 - 7pm · This video was filmed in Maplewood with local health and first responder professionals and will be used as a national training module for first responders, school nurses and administration, families and healthcare providers. · Light reception at 5:30pm; Film screening starts at 6pm followed by Q&A · For more information contact: Candice Davenport cdavenport@twp.maplewood.nj.us Friday, March 20 Books Into Film Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 1pm · The first selection will be local favorite “The Plot Against America” by Philip Roth. Saturday, March 21 Art & Music Reception, Maplewood Main Library, 3 pm · The Ideas Festival art exhibit features the work of Congolese artist Muyambo Marcel Chisimba. Monday, March 23 Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30pm · "Erotic Stories for Punjabi Widows" by Jaswai Ideas Fest: Andrea Bernstein, Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · Andrea Bernstein is the Peabody Award–winning cohost of the acclaimed WNYC/ProPublica podcast Trump, Inc., and the author of American Oligarchs: The Kushners, the Trumps, and the Marriage of Money and Power. Tuesday, March 24 Jazz Meets Broadway, SOPAC, 7:30pm · $15 at the SOPAC box office · Featuring talented Seton Hall University alumni and students of jazz and of musical theatre, Jazz Meets Broadway will highlight music from the Great American Songbook. Wednesday, March 25 Hunterdon Hills Playhouse: Sherlock Holmes Returns, bus departs Maplewood Senior Center at 10:15am - 2 seats left ! · $63, includes lunch and an All-New Immersive Musical-Mystery Comedy. Open House at Lester Senior Living Center, 3-5pm · If you’d like to learn more about the Lester lifestyle for yourself or a loved one, contact David Rozen at davidr@jchcorp.org or (973) 929-2725. Ideas Fest: Mary Mann and Carolyn Parisi, Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · Mary Mann and Carolyn Parisi, co-founders of the local news site VillageGreenNJ.com and the statewide calendar site NJNext, present “It Takes a Village (Green): Local News in the Age of the Internet.” · They will be receiving the Carol Buchanan Award for Outstanding Contributions to Civic and Intellectual Life. Thursday, March 26 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm · Speaker: · Topic: Egg Filling, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm · Help stuff the eggs for the annual egg hunt in Maplewood Memorial Park Ideas Fest: Marta Tellado, Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · Marta Tellado is the President and CEO of Consumer Reports and a graduate of Columbia High School. Saturday, March 28 Ideas Fest: Ibi Zoboi, Maplewood Main Library, 2 pm · Ibi Zoboi is the New York Times bestselling author of “My Life as an Ice Cream Sandwich.”, Monday, March 30 Ideas Fest: Jenifer Hixson, Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · Jenifer Hixson is a Senior Director and one of the hosts of The Moth Radio Hour on NPR. Upcoming Trips: “Sister Act” at Papermill Playhouse · April 16 matinee, $68 · Register by calling (973) 763-0750
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joan_crystal said:February Event CalendarWeekly Events Mondays: Project Healthy Bones, DeHart Community Center, 11:15am -1:15pm Friendship Quilters, South Orange Library, 1- 3pm Mah jong, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3pm Tuesdays: Caregivers Support group, Morrow Memorial Church, 9:30 am Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Branch Library, 5-7pm Thursdays: Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Folk Dancing, The Burgdorff, 8-10pm, $5 Fridays: Maplewood Senior Bus goes to ShopRite. Call (973) 763-5287 February Events Saturday, February 1 Growing UP JazzED!! Maplewood Main Library, 3pm Jazz historian and educator April Grier will explore the childhood beginnings of Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and Miles Davis and follow their musical paths to success. Sunday, February 2 Slow Food Market, The Woodland, 10am-2pm Monday, February 3 Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30pm Basics of Butterfly Gardening by Jane Hurwitz, editor of Butterfly Gardener magazine. Wednesday, February 5 Guided Painting at Funky Fun Art, The Woodland, 11:15am -2:15pm $17, register at (973) 763-0750 Liberty Hall Tour & Tea, departs from Dehart Center, 12:15 - 3:30pm Tour of Liberty Hall Museum located at Kean University$42 includes transportation, tour and afternoon teaRegister: (973) 763-0750 or through your recdesk account Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1-3pm “After the Wedding” Thursday, February 6 Valentine's Day Card Making Workshop, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3 pm $5, call (973) 763-0750 to register SOMA Justice Celebrates Black LGBTQ+, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm A celebration of works by queer Black writers/artists/performers and a remembrance of members of the Black trans community who have been subjected to violence. Friday, February 7 Booker's Place: a Mississippi Story," Maplewood Town Hall, 7pm Join this screening and discussion sponsored by SOMA Justice Saturday, February 8 Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - noon A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! It’s All Tap: New Jersey Tap Dance Ensemble, Maplewood Main Library, 2pm A special Black History Month performance by NJTAP’s extraordinary tap artists and a 30-minute fun-filled class for audience participants. Sunday, February 9 Book Discussion: The New Jim Crow. Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness, by Michelle Alexander, Hilton Branch Library, 2:30pm Spun: A Brother/Sister Musical, The Woodland, 7pm American Theater Group’s popular Reading Series is back, bringing audience members together with playwrights and actors, and offering theater-lovers the exciting opportunity to help shape new works, $15 OSCAR PETERSON Art Exhibit Reception, 1978 Arts Center, 2-6pm On view Saturdays & Sundays through March 8, 2 - 5pm and by appointment Monday, February 10 Try Something New, Dehart Center, 2pm Lorraine Graves will speak on food waste STTFAA Health Series: Knees, Arthritis, and Surgery, Maplewood Senior Center, 4:30pm Knee arthritis is not a pleasant experience, and many people are struggling with it every day. This presentation by local physical therapists can help those in pain make informed decisions about how to meet their goals.Free and open to all, but please rsvp to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.comNeed transportation? Just say so when you reply Wednesday, February 12 Valentine's Party, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am $5 in advance, $8 at the doorregister at (973) 763-0750 or through your recdesk account Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Read Around the World, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “Our Lady of the Nile” by Scholastique Mukasonga (Haiti) Thursday, February 13 Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “Brooklyn” by Colm Toibin Friday, February 14 Lunch with the South Orange Senior Social Worker, South Orange Library, 12 – 1pm Bring your lunch and chat with South Orange Senior Social Worker, Carol Berman. Movie Day at Maplewood Senior Center, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm "PS - I Love You" starring Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler and Lisa Kudrow Folk Fridays, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30 - 9:30 pm Sing Along & Jam (or just listen) Sunday, February 16 Juilliard @ SOPAC, 3pm Juilliard Jazz Duke Ellington Ensemble, $15 Classic Maplewood Celebrates Great Composers of African Descent, The Woodland, 4pm Special guest, Prof. Richard Alston, concert pianist and Maplewood resident, will be joined by baritone Jim Pierce, violinist Ashley Horne, and cellist Leo Grinhauz, also a Maplewood resident, and co-founder of Classic Maplewood. Tuesday, February 18 Overlook Hospital, “Healthy Avenues Van,” Maplewood Town Hall, 10am - noon The “Healthy Avenues” Van provides wellness screenings, including blood pressure checks. These services are FREE and open to the public, ages 18 years and older.Questions? Contact the Maplewood Public Health Division at (973) 762-8120 Brooklyn Chamber Music Society, SOPAC, 7:30pm The Brooklyn Chamber Music Society comes with a warm-hearted program, celebrating the music of Schubert, Schumann, Gershwin, and Puccini.$15 for seniors Jubilee! A Celebration of Black Composers, The Woodland, 7-8:30pm Columbia High School and Northern NJ Youth Orchestras perform. Wednesday, February 19 Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1-3pm “The Farewell” Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, SOPAC, 7pm 1619 Project Discussion, The Woodland, 7:30pm Thursday, February 20 South Orange Senior Circle, SOPAC loft, 11:00am The Hilton Neighborhood Association Meeting: a Reading of Dr King's Writings & BHM Quiz Dehart Community Center, 7:30pm Saturday, February 22 Akeelah the Bee Afternoon Movie, Loft at SOPAC, 3:30 - 6pm Popcorn, pizza, ice cream, and chocolate , too! Arts & Music Reception, Maplewood Main Library, 3-4pm Curtis Grayson use colors of bright, bold and brilliant hues, filled with energy allowing him to touch your soul.Live jazz will be provided by the Mark Turner Trio.Artist’s talk at 3:20 Sunday, February 23 “The Nickel Boys,” A Novel By Colson Whitehead, Hilton Branch Library, 4:30pm Sponsored by: Mayor Frank McGehee Durand Hedden House, 1-4pm Dirty Rivers and the New Jersey Water Crisis of 1876 Blues in the Loft, SOPAC, 7pm Al Gold and Andy Lackow, $20 Monday, February 24 Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30pm "My Notorious Life" by Manning Wednesday, February 26 Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Thursday, February 27 Trip to Beth Israel Farmers Market & Wellness Class, Maplewood Senior Center, 11am - 3pm Join a day trip to shop at Beth Israel's indoor farmers market, followed by a free wellness class at 1pm.Sign up by calling (973) 763-0750 Friday, February 28 Veterans Benefits and Resources, Maplewood Senior Center, 11am David Brimmer, from the US Department of Veteran Affairs Outreach Program and Social Work Service, will explain the range and scope of benefits for veterans of all ages, answer your questions and help you and your family connect to the benefits you have earnedFree but please rsvp to help us prepare – (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.comNeed transportaiton? Just say so when you rsvp Sunday, March 1 3rd Annual Volunteer Fair, The Woodland, 1-3pm Looking for a place to share your time and talents? Come meet dozens of community organizations looking for volunteers.Are you volunteering for a group already? Please tell them to email SOMA2towns@gmail.com to get information about participating. Upcoming Trips: “Sherlock Holmes” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Wednesday, March 25$63 includes show and lunchRegister by calling (973) 763-0750 “Sister Act” at Papermill Playhouse April 16 matinee$68Register by calling (973) 763-0750 Is this calendar online somewhere with links to descriptions/details about the events? For example is "Project Healthy Bones" an exercise class or a talk or ??? Not enough info here to tell, which is not a problem if there is somewhere else to go to get the info, as it's a good summary. I haven't kept up very well, so perhaps a previous post answers my question (?)
joan_crystal said:February Event CalendarWeekly Events Mondays: Project Healthy Bones, DeHart Community Center, 11:15am -1:15pm Friendship Quilters, South Orange Library, 1- 3pm Mah jong, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3pm Tuesdays: Caregivers Support group, Morrow Memorial Church, 9:30 am Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Branch Library, 5-7pm Thursdays: Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Folk Dancing, The Burgdorff, 8-10pm, $5 Fridays: Maplewood Senior Bus goes to ShopRite. Call (973) 763-5287 February Events Saturday, February 1 Growing UP JazzED!! Maplewood Main Library, 3pm Jazz historian and educator April Grier will explore the childhood beginnings of Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and Miles Davis and follow their musical paths to success. Sunday, February 2 Slow Food Market, The Woodland, 10am-2pm Monday, February 3 Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30pm Basics of Butterfly Gardening by Jane Hurwitz, editor of Butterfly Gardener magazine. Wednesday, February 5 Guided Painting at Funky Fun Art, The Woodland, 11:15am -2:15pm $17, register at (973) 763-0750 Liberty Hall Tour & Tea, departs from Dehart Center, 12:15 - 3:30pm Tour of Liberty Hall Museum located at Kean University$42 includes transportation, tour and afternoon teaRegister: (973) 763-0750 or through your recdesk account Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1-3pm “After the Wedding” Thursday, February 6 Valentine's Day Card Making Workshop, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3 pm $5, call (973) 763-0750 to register SOMA Justice Celebrates Black LGBTQ+, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm A celebration of works by queer Black writers/artists/performers and a remembrance of members of the Black trans community who have been subjected to violence. Friday, February 7 Booker's Place: a Mississippi Story," Maplewood Town Hall, 7pm Join this screening and discussion sponsored by SOMA Justice Saturday, February 8 Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - noon A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! It’s All Tap: New Jersey Tap Dance Ensemble, Maplewood Main Library, 2pm A special Black History Month performance by NJTAP’s extraordinary tap artists and a 30-minute fun-filled class for audience participants. Sunday, February 9 Book Discussion: The New Jim Crow. Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness, by Michelle Alexander, Hilton Branch Library, 2:30pm Spun: A Brother/Sister Musical, The Woodland, 7pm American Theater Group’s popular Reading Series is back, bringing audience members together with playwrights and actors, and offering theater-lovers the exciting opportunity to help shape new works, $15 OSCAR PETERSON Art Exhibit Reception, 1978 Arts Center, 2-6pm On view Saturdays & Sundays through March 8, 2 - 5pm and by appointment Monday, February 10 Try Something New, Dehart Center, 2pm Lorraine Graves will speak on food waste STTFAA Health Series: Knees, Arthritis, and Surgery, Maplewood Senior Center, 4:30pm Knee arthritis is not a pleasant experience, and many people are struggling with it every day. This presentation by local physical therapists can help those in pain make informed decisions about how to meet their goals.Free and open to all, but please rsvp to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.comNeed transportation? Just say so when you reply Wednesday, February 12 Valentine's Party, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am $5 in advance, $8 at the doorregister at (973) 763-0750 or through your recdesk account Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Read Around the World, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “Our Lady of the Nile” by Scholastique Mukasonga (Haiti) Thursday, February 13 Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “Brooklyn” by Colm Toibin Friday, February 14 Lunch with the South Orange Senior Social Worker, South Orange Library, 12 – 1pm Bring your lunch and chat with South Orange Senior Social Worker, Carol Berman. Movie Day at Maplewood Senior Center, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm "PS - I Love You" starring Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler and Lisa Kudrow Folk Fridays, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30 - 9:30 pm Sing Along & Jam (or just listen) Sunday, February 16 Juilliard @ SOPAC, 3pm Juilliard Jazz Duke Ellington Ensemble, $15 Classic Maplewood Celebrates Great Composers of African Descent, The Woodland, 4pm Special guest, Prof. Richard Alston, concert pianist and Maplewood resident, will be joined by baritone Jim Pierce, violinist Ashley Horne, and cellist Leo Grinhauz, also a Maplewood resident, and co-founder of Classic Maplewood. Tuesday, February 18 Overlook Hospital, “Healthy Avenues Van,” Maplewood Town Hall, 10am - noon The “Healthy Avenues” Van provides wellness screenings, including blood pressure checks. These services are FREE and open to the public, ages 18 years and older.Questions? Contact the Maplewood Public Health Division at (973) 762-8120 Brooklyn Chamber Music Society, SOPAC, 7:30pm The Brooklyn Chamber Music Society comes with a warm-hearted program, celebrating the music of Schubert, Schumann, Gershwin, and Puccini.$15 for seniors Jubilee! A Celebration of Black Composers, The Woodland, 7-8:30pm Columbia High School and Northern NJ Youth Orchestras perform. Wednesday, February 19 Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1-3pm “The Farewell” Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, SOPAC, 7pm 1619 Project Discussion, The Woodland, 7:30pm Thursday, February 20 South Orange Senior Circle, SOPAC loft, 11:00am The Hilton Neighborhood Association Meeting: a Reading of Dr King's Writings & BHM Quiz Dehart Community Center, 7:30pm Saturday, February 22 Akeelah the Bee Afternoon Movie, Loft at SOPAC, 3:30 - 6pm Popcorn, pizza, ice cream, and chocolate , too! Arts & Music Reception, Maplewood Main Library, 3-4pm Curtis Grayson use colors of bright, bold and brilliant hues, filled with energy allowing him to touch your soul.Live jazz will be provided by the Mark Turner Trio.Artist’s talk at 3:20 Sunday, February 23 “The Nickel Boys,” A Novel By Colson Whitehead, Hilton Branch Library, 4:30pm Sponsored by: Mayor Frank McGehee Durand Hedden House, 1-4pm Dirty Rivers and the New Jersey Water Crisis of 1876 Blues in the Loft, SOPAC, 7pm Al Gold and Andy Lackow, $20 Monday, February 24 Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30pm "My Notorious Life" by Manning Wednesday, February 26 Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Thursday, February 27 Trip to Beth Israel Farmers Market & Wellness Class, Maplewood Senior Center, 11am - 3pm Join a day trip to shop at Beth Israel's indoor farmers market, followed by a free wellness class at 1pm.Sign up by calling (973) 763-0750 Friday, February 28 Veterans Benefits and Resources, Maplewood Senior Center, 11am David Brimmer, from the US Department of Veteran Affairs Outreach Program and Social Work Service, will explain the range and scope of benefits for veterans of all ages, answer your questions and help you and your family connect to the benefits you have earnedFree but please rsvp to help us prepare – (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.comNeed transportaiton? Just say so when you rsvp Sunday, March 1 3rd Annual Volunteer Fair, The Woodland, 1-3pm Looking for a place to share your time and talents? Come meet dozens of community organizations looking for volunteers.Are you volunteering for a group already? Please tell them to email SOMA2towns@gmail.com to get information about participating. Upcoming Trips: “Sherlock Holmes” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Wednesday, March 25$63 includes show and lunchRegister by calling (973) 763-0750 “Sister Act” at Papermill Playhouse April 16 matinee$68Register by calling (973) 763-0750 Is this calendar online somewhere with links to descriptions/details about the events? For example is "Project Healthy Bones" an exercise class or a talk or ??? Not enough info here to tell, which is not a problem if there is somewhere else to go to get the info, as it's a good summary. I haven't kept up very well, so perhaps a previous post answers my question (?)
Years of the Maplewood NJ Senior (Older Adult) Edited
Jan 31, 2020 at 5:55pm
February Event CalendarWeekly Events Mondays: Project Healthy Bones, DeHart Community Center, 11:15am -1:15pm Friendship Quilters, South Orange Library, 1- 3pm Mah jong, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3pm Tuesdays: Caregivers Support group, Morrow Memorial Church, 9:30 am Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Branch Library, 5-7pm Thursdays: Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Folk Dancing, The Burgdorff, 8-10pm, $5 Fridays: Maplewood Senior Bus goes to ShopRite. Call (973) 763-5287 February Events Saturday, February 1 Growing UP JazzED!! Maplewood Main Library, 3pm Jazz historian and educator April Grier will explore the childhood beginnings of Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and Miles Davis and follow their musical paths to success. Sunday, February 2 Slow Food Market, The Woodland, 10am-2pm Monday, February 3 Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30pm Basics of Butterfly Gardening by Jane Hurwitz, editor of Butterfly Gardener magazine. Wednesday, February 5 Guided Painting at Funky Fun Art, The Woodland, 11:15am -2:15pm $17, register at (973) 763-0750 Liberty Hall Tour & Tea, departs from Dehart Center, 12:15 - 3:30pm Tour of Liberty Hall Museum located at Kean University$42 includes transportation, tour and afternoon teaRegister: (973) 763-0750 or through your recdesk account Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1-3pm “After the Wedding” Thursday, February 6 Valentine's Day Card Making Workshop, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3 pm $5, call (973) 763-0750 to register SOMA Justice Celebrates Black LGBTQ+, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm A celebration of works by queer Black writers/artists/performers and a remembrance of members of the Black trans community who have been subjected to violence. Friday, February 7 Booker's Place: a Mississippi Story," Maplewood Town Hall, 7pm Join this screening and discussion sponsored by SOMA Justice Saturday, February 8 Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - noon A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! It’s All Tap: New Jersey Tap Dance Ensemble, Maplewood Main Library, 2pm A special Black History Month performance by NJTAP’s extraordinary tap artists and a 30-minute fun-filled class for audience participants. Sunday, February 9 Book Discussion: The New Jim Crow. Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness, by Michelle Alexander, Hilton Branch Library, 2:30pm Spun: A Brother/Sister Musical, The Woodland, 7pm American Theater Group’s popular Reading Series is back, bringing audience members together with playwrights and actors, and offering theater-lovers the exciting opportunity to help shape new works, $15 OSCAR PETERSON Art Exhibit Reception, 1978 Arts Center, 2-6pm On view Saturdays & Sundays through March 8, 2 - 5pm and by appointment Monday, February 10 Try Something New, Dehart Center, 2pm Lorraine Graves will speak on food waste STTFAA Health Series: Knees, Arthritis, and Surgery, Maplewood Senior Center, 4:30pm Knee arthritis is not a pleasant experience, and many people are struggling with it every day. This presentation by local physical therapists can help those in pain make informed decisions about how to meet their goals.Free and open to all, but please rsvp to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.comNeed transportation? Just say so when you reply Wednesday, February 12 Valentine's Party, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am $5 in advance, $8 at the doorregister at (973) 763-0750 or through your recdesk account Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Read Around the World, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “Our Lady of the Nile” by Scholastique Mukasonga (Haiti) Thursday, February 13 Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “Brooklyn” by Colm Toibin Friday, February 14 Lunch with the South Orange Senior Social Worker, South Orange Library, 12 – 1pm Bring your lunch and chat with South Orange Senior Social Worker, Carol Berman. Movie Day at Maplewood Senior Center, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm "PS - I Love You" starring Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler and Lisa Kudrow Folk Fridays, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30 - 9:30 pm Sing Along & Jam (or just listen) Sunday, February 16 Juilliard @ SOPAC, 3pm Juilliard Jazz Duke Ellington Ensemble, $15 Classic Maplewood Celebrates Great Composers of African Descent, The Woodland, 4pm Special guest, Prof. Richard Alston, concert pianist and Maplewood resident, will be joined by baritone Jim Pierce, violinist Ashley Horne, and cellist Leo Grinhauz, also a Maplewood resident, and co-founder of Classic Maplewood. Tuesday, February 18 Overlook Hospital, “Healthy Avenues Van,” Maplewood Town Hall, 10am - noon The “Healthy Avenues” Van provides wellness screenings, including blood pressure checks. These services are FREE and open to the public, ages 18 years and older.Questions? Contact the Maplewood Public Health Division at (973) 762-8120 Brooklyn Chamber Music Society, SOPAC, 7:30pm The Brooklyn Chamber Music Society comes with a warm-hearted program, celebrating the music of Schubert, Schumann, Gershwin, and Puccini.$15 for seniors Jubilee! A Celebration of Black Composers, The Woodland, 7-8:30pm Columbia High School and Northern NJ Youth Orchestras perform. Wednesday, February 19 Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1-3pm “The Farewell” Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, SOPAC, 7pm 1619 Project Discussion, The Woodland, 7:30pm Thursday, February 20 South Orange Senior Circle, SOPAC loft, 11:00am The Hilton Neighborhood Association Meeting: a Reading of Dr King's Writings & BHM Quiz Dehart Community Center, 7:30pm Saturday, February 22 Akeelah the Bee Afternoon Movie, Loft at SOPAC, 3:30 - 6pm Popcorn, pizza, ice cream, and chocolate , too! Arts & Music Reception, Maplewood Main Library, 3-4pm Curtis Grayson use colors of bright, bold and brilliant hues, filled with energy allowing him to touch your soul.Live jazz will be provided by the Mark Turner Trio.Artist’s talk at 3:20 Sunday, February 23 “The Nickel Boys,” A Novel By Colson Whitehead, Hilton Branch Library, 4:30pm Sponsored by: Mayor Frank McGehee Durand Hedden House, 1-4pm Dirty Rivers and the New Jersey Water Crisis of 1876 Blues in the Loft, SOPAC, 7pm Al Gold and Andy Lackow, $20 Monday, February 24 Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30pm "My Notorious Life" by Manning Wednesday, February 26 Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Thursday, February 27 Trip to Beth Israel Farmers Market & Wellness Class, Maplewood Senior Center, 11am - 3pm Join a day trip to shop at Beth Israel's indoor farmers market, followed by a free wellness class at 1pm.Sign up by calling (973) 763-0750 Friday, February 28 Veterans Benefits and Resources, Maplewood Senior Center, 11am David Brimmer, from the US Department of Veteran Affairs Outreach Program and Social Work Service, will explain the range and scope of benefits for veterans of all ages, answer your questions and help you and your family connect to the benefits you have earnedFree but please rsvp to help us prepare – (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.comNeed transportaiton? Just say so when you rsvp Sunday, March 1 3rd Annual Volunteer Fair, The Woodland, 1-3pm Looking for a place to share your time and talents? Come meet dozens of community organizations looking for volunteers.Are you volunteering for a group already? Please tell them to email SOMA2towns@gmail.com to get information about participating. Upcoming Trips: “Sherlock Holmes” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Wednesday, March 25$63 includes show and lunchRegister by calling (973) 763-0750 “Sister Act” at Papermill Playhouse April 16 matinee$68Register by calling (973) 763-0750
February Event CalendarWeekly Events Mondays: Project Healthy Bones, DeHart Community Center, 11:15am -1:15pm Friendship Quilters, South Orange Library, 1- 3pm Mah jong, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3pm Tuesdays: Caregivers Support group, Morrow Memorial Church, 9:30 am Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Branch Library, 5-7pm Thursdays: Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Folk Dancing, The Burgdorff, 8-10pm, $5 Fridays: Maplewood Senior Bus goes to ShopRite. Call (973) 763-5287 February Events Saturday, February 1 Growing UP JazzED!! Maplewood Main Library, 3pm Jazz historian and educator April Grier will explore the childhood beginnings of Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and Miles Davis and follow their musical paths to success. Sunday, February 2 Slow Food Market, The Woodland, 10am-2pm Monday, February 3 Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30pm Basics of Butterfly Gardening by Jane Hurwitz, editor of Butterfly Gardener magazine. Wednesday, February 5 Guided Painting at Funky Fun Art, The Woodland, 11:15am -2:15pm $17, register at (973) 763-0750 Liberty Hall Tour & Tea, departs from Dehart Center, 12:15 - 3:30pm Tour of Liberty Hall Museum located at Kean University$42 includes transportation, tour and afternoon teaRegister: (973) 763-0750 or through your recdesk account Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1-3pm “After the Wedding” Thursday, February 6 Valentine's Day Card Making Workshop, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3 pm $5, call (973) 763-0750 to register SOMA Justice Celebrates Black LGBTQ+, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm A celebration of works by queer Black writers/artists/performers and a remembrance of members of the Black trans community who have been subjected to violence. Friday, February 7 Booker's Place: a Mississippi Story," Maplewood Town Hall, 7pm Join this screening and discussion sponsored by SOMA Justice Saturday, February 8 Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - noon A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! It’s All Tap: New Jersey Tap Dance Ensemble, Maplewood Main Library, 2pm A special Black History Month performance by NJTAP’s extraordinary tap artists and a 30-minute fun-filled class for audience participants. Sunday, February 9 Book Discussion: The New Jim Crow. Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness, by Michelle Alexander, Hilton Branch Library, 2:30pm Spun: A Brother/Sister Musical, The Woodland, 7pm American Theater Group’s popular Reading Series is back, bringing audience members together with playwrights and actors, and offering theater-lovers the exciting opportunity to help shape new works, $15 OSCAR PETERSON Art Exhibit Reception, 1978 Arts Center, 2-6pm On view Saturdays & Sundays through March 8, 2 - 5pm and by appointment Monday, February 10 Try Something New, Dehart Center, 2pm Lorraine Graves will speak on food waste STTFAA Health Series: Knees, Arthritis, and Surgery, Maplewood Senior Center, 4:30pm Knee arthritis is not a pleasant experience, and many people are struggling with it every day. This presentation by local physical therapists can help those in pain make informed decisions about how to meet their goals.Free and open to all, but please rsvp to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.comNeed transportation? Just say so when you reply Wednesday, February 12 Valentine's Party, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am $5 in advance, $8 at the doorregister at (973) 763-0750 or through your recdesk account Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Read Around the World, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “Our Lady of the Nile” by Scholastique Mukasonga (Haiti) Thursday, February 13 Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “Brooklyn” by Colm Toibin Friday, February 14 Lunch with the South Orange Senior Social Worker, South Orange Library, 12 – 1pm Bring your lunch and chat with South Orange Senior Social Worker, Carol Berman. Movie Day at Maplewood Senior Center, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm "PS - I Love You" starring Hilary Swank, Gerard Butler and Lisa Kudrow Folk Fridays, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30 - 9:30 pm Sing Along & Jam (or just listen) Sunday, February 16 Juilliard @ SOPAC, 3pm Juilliard Jazz Duke Ellington Ensemble, $15 Classic Maplewood Celebrates Great Composers of African Descent, The Woodland, 4pm Special guest, Prof. Richard Alston, concert pianist and Maplewood resident, will be joined by baritone Jim Pierce, violinist Ashley Horne, and cellist Leo Grinhauz, also a Maplewood resident, and co-founder of Classic Maplewood. Tuesday, February 18 Overlook Hospital, “Healthy Avenues Van,” Maplewood Town Hall, 10am - noon The “Healthy Avenues” Van provides wellness screenings, including blood pressure checks. These services are FREE and open to the public, ages 18 years and older.Questions? Contact the Maplewood Public Health Division at (973) 762-8120 Brooklyn Chamber Music Society, SOPAC, 7:30pm The Brooklyn Chamber Music Society comes with a warm-hearted program, celebrating the music of Schubert, Schumann, Gershwin, and Puccini.$15 for seniors Jubilee! A Celebration of Black Composers, The Woodland, 7-8:30pm Columbia High School and Northern NJ Youth Orchestras perform. Wednesday, February 19 Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1-3pm “The Farewell” Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, SOPAC, 7pm 1619 Project Discussion, The Woodland, 7:30pm Thursday, February 20 South Orange Senior Circle, SOPAC loft, 11:00am The Hilton Neighborhood Association Meeting: a Reading of Dr King's Writings & BHM Quiz Dehart Community Center, 7:30pm Saturday, February 22 Akeelah the Bee Afternoon Movie, Loft at SOPAC, 3:30 - 6pm Popcorn, pizza, ice cream, and chocolate , too! Arts & Music Reception, Maplewood Main Library, 3-4pm Curtis Grayson use colors of bright, bold and brilliant hues, filled with energy allowing him to touch your soul.Live jazz will be provided by the Mark Turner Trio.Artist’s talk at 3:20 Sunday, February 23 “The Nickel Boys,” A Novel By Colson Whitehead, Hilton Branch Library, 4:30pm Sponsored by: Mayor Frank McGehee Durand Hedden House, 1-4pm Dirty Rivers and the New Jersey Water Crisis of 1876 Blues in the Loft, SOPAC, 7pm Al Gold and Andy Lackow, $20 Monday, February 24 Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30pm "My Notorious Life" by Manning Wednesday, February 26 Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Thursday, February 27 Trip to Beth Israel Farmers Market & Wellness Class, Maplewood Senior Center, 11am - 3pm Join a day trip to shop at Beth Israel's indoor farmers market, followed by a free wellness class at 1pm.Sign up by calling (973) 763-0750 Friday, February 28 Veterans Benefits and Resources, Maplewood Senior Center, 11am David Brimmer, from the US Department of Veteran Affairs Outreach Program and Social Work Service, will explain the range and scope of benefits for veterans of all ages, answer your questions and help you and your family connect to the benefits you have earnedFree but please rsvp to help us prepare – (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.comNeed transportaiton? Just say so when you rsvp Sunday, March 1 3rd Annual Volunteer Fair, The Woodland, 1-3pm Looking for a place to share your time and talents? Come meet dozens of community organizations looking for volunteers.Are you volunteering for a group already? Please tell them to email SOMA2towns@gmail.com to get information about participating. Upcoming Trips: “Sherlock Holmes” at Hunterdon Hills Playhouse Wednesday, March 25$63 includes show and lunchRegister by calling (973) 763-0750 “Sister Act” at Papermill Playhouse April 16 matinee$68Register by calling (973) 763-0750
Years of the Maplewood NJ Senior (Older Adult) Edited
Jan 2, 2020 at 4:17pm
January, 2020 For more details and up-to-date information, go to www.SOMATwoTownsforAllAges.org Happy 2020! Both South Orange and Maplewood now prohibit single-use plastic bags at retail establishments. Please remember to bring your reusable bags when shopping local. Start the New Year healthy. If you still need a flu shot, please call Dr. Pamela Grover’s office to receive a free flu vaccine, available for all South Orange and Maplewood residents, 18 years and over. Limited supplies available. Dr. Grover’s office is located at 2168 Millburn Ave, Maplewood, first floor. Office hours are: Monday 9-4 pm, Tuesday 9-6 pm, Thursday 9-6 pm, and Friday 10-2 pm. For more information, call (973) 763-5765. Be a Census Taker! The US Census Bureau is hiring part-time workers. See details at www. 2020census.gov/jobs, call 1 (855) JOB-2020, or attend one of the info sessions at the South Orange Library on Jan 10, 24 or 31. Winter Art Classes: Classes are 8 weeks, space is limited. Register by calling (973) 763-0750 or www.Maplewood.recdesk.com/community/program Acrylic Painting - intermediate, $130 Mondays, 10:30 am – 1 pm, Jan 13 - March 18 (no class Jan 20) at the Dehart Community Center Sculpture – all levels, $150 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-3pm, Jan 14 - March 5 at the 1978 Maplewood Arts Center Drawing – all levels, $120 Wednesdays 10:30am – 1pm, Jan 15 – March 4 at the DeHart Community Center Suburban Legend Presents: En Garde! The Panto Adventures of The Three Musketeers Burgdorff Center, Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door, www.suburbanlegendarts.comFridays & Saturdays, Jan. 4, 10-11, 17-18 at 7.30pm, Sundays, Jan.12 & 19 at 2.30pm JUST DANCE...Steve Vaccariello, Curated by Jeremy Moss, SOPAC Gallery through January 19. Vaccariello’s vivid and sensual portraits capture an unbridled creativity; a guileless exchange of artistic expression between two masters, each on either side of the camera lens. Vaccariello’s direction is simple and straightforward, “Just dance….” Recurring Events Mondays: Healthy Bones, 11:15, Maplewood’s Dehart Community Center Friendship Quilters, South Orange Library, noon Tuesdays: Caregivers Support group, Morrow Memorial Church, 9:30am Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Library, 5-7pm Wednesdays Current Events Discussion Group, Village Apartments, 2pm, Call Cheryl at (973) 763-0999 Thursdays International Folk Dancing, The Burgdorff, 8-10:15pm, $5 per session Tuesdays and Thursdays Kosher Congregate Lunch at the Village Apartments, 110 Vose Ave, South Orange, noon $4 donation requested, guests younger than 60 welcome at $8.Reserve your space by calling Frances at (973) 530-3504 Saturday, January 4 2020 MLK Luminary Decorating Party! SOPAC, 2-4pm A sign of hope and solidarity, the Luminary Project celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King and last year, over 1000 luminaries were displayed throughout our two towns. So, bring your family, friends, and neighbors to the decorating party! The luminaries come in a pack of four with a suggested donation of $10. Proceeds will go to benefit the work of the South Orange/Maplewood Community Coalition on Race.Refreshments and pizza will be served Sunday, January 5 Chicken Fat Ball - New Jersey Jazz Society, The Woodland, 1-4pm Performers: trumpeters Jon-Eric Kellso and Randy Reinhardt, clarinetist/tenor saxophonist Ken Peplowski, tenor saxophonist Harry Allen, pianist Rossano Sportiello, guitarist Frank Vignola, drummer Paul Wells, and bassist Gary Mazzaroppi.$35, https://njjs.org/index.php/event/the-chicken-fat-ball/January’s Events Juilliard @ SOPAC, 3pm The Ullysses String Quartet$15 for seniors Monday, January 6 Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10am Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30 - 9:30pm January 6: Philadelphia, America’s Garden CapitalAmbler Arboretum Director Kathy Salisbury will lead a virtual tour of some of Philadelphia’s most beautiful gardens during her presentation, “Philadelphia: America’s Garden Capital,” and share stunning photographs and fascinating anecdotes of each one. Tuesday, January 7 Documentary film: "Joachim Prinz: I Shall Not Be Silent", Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, 1:30pm Rabbi Joachim Prinz, who saved many Jewish lives before being expelled from Germany in 1937, was a Rabbi of Temple B'nai Abraham in Newark and President of the American Jewish Congress, became a leader of the civil rights movement.$5 JCCMC member, $8 non-memberFor more details call (732) 494-3232 Wednesday, January 8 Maplewood Senior Club, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm "Where'd You Go Bernadette?" Read Around the World: Poland, Maplewood Main Library, 7-8pm Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead, by Olga Tokarczuk GrandNannies Gathering, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30pm Join this group of South Orange and Maplewood grandparents who take care of their local grandchildren full or part time for a face-to-face opportunity to chat and get to know one another better.If you would like to join their facebook page, go to facebook.com/groups/1403960663030605. Thursday, January 9 Good Tymes String Band, South Orange Library, 11am - noon Banjo Music for All Ages Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Joanne Middleton, Lecturer, Professor Emeritus at Drew UniversityTopic: Queens of Crime Revisited Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm The Piano Lesson by August Wilson Friday, January 10 Census Application Sign-ups, South Orange Library, 1pm-5pm The US Census is hiring for 2020. A Census representative will be here to help you apply. Folk Fridays, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30 – 9:30pm Sing Along & Jam (or just listen)Bring Refreshments to Share Saturday, January 11 Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for Dogs & Cats - open to both towns! South Orange Rescue Squad Building, 62 Sloan St, 9-11am Sponsored by the South Orange Health Dept. Your dog or cat must have their rabies vaccination updated if it expires prior to Nov 1, 2020All dogs must be on a leash, all cats must be in a carrier Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - noon A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Art & Music Reception: Tri State Botanical Artists, Maplewood Main Library, 3-4pm The TriState Botanical Artists is an active circle of the American Society of Botanical Artists, an international organization dedicated to the advancement of Botanical Art. Monday, Wednesday, January 13 S.O.S. Try Something New, DeHart Community Center, 1-2pm Wednesday, January 15 Creative Writing Class, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Cognitive Decline: When to Worry, Hilton Branch Library, 2pm Find out if your troubling symptoms indicate a problem. Thursday, January 16 South Orange Senior Circle, SOPAC, 11am Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Shawn Grain Carter, Professor of Marketing at Fashion Institute of TechnologyTopic: The Generational Divide in American Politics Saturday, January 18 Celebrate Martin Luther King with Chef Jesse, Maplewood Main Library, 1pm Chef Jesse will honor his southern roots and the memory of Martin Luther King by offering tastings and sharing stories, techniques and his passion for cooking Monday, January 20 Murther Luther King Jr Day, Municipal buildings closed The South Orange/Maplewood Community Coalition on Race 19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Columbia High School, 2pm Interfaith Service at 2:00 pm in the auditorium, Volunteer Fair at 3:30 pm in the cafeteria.Luminaries to reflect light and unity around the Dr. King's legacy of justice and equality for all will be available. Tuesday, January 21 Overlook Hospital “Healthy Avenues” Van, Maplewood Town Hall, 10am - noon The “Healthy Avenues” Van provides wellness screenings, including blood pressure checks. These services are FREE and open to the public, ages 18+.Body Mass Index, Glucose Screening and Cervical Health EducationQuestions? Contact the Maplewood Public Health Division, (973) 762-8120 Wednesday, January 22 Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm "Blinded by the Light" Thursday, January 23 Wilma & The Wingers, South Orange Library, 11am - noon Music for All Ages Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speakers: April Grier, Professor of Africana Studies atRutgers University, and Salimah Latham, SingerTopic: Jazz for Lovers Estate Planning, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Learn the strategies and tools to protect your savings and remain in control of your assets. Friday, January 24 Census Application Sign-ups, South Orange Library, 1pm-5pm The US Census is hiring for 2020. A Census representative will be here to help you apply. Sunday, January 26 Open Hearth Cooking: A Taste of History, Durand Hedden House, 1pm Blues in the Loft, SOPAC, 7pm Billy Hector - A prolific songwriter and composer called one of the hottest guitarists. Reviewers say: “one of the best shows you’ll ever see.” SO Days at SHU Basketball, Seton Hall Campus, 6:30 pm Cheer on the champion Seton Hall Women as they take on St. John's UniversitySO residents can present ID at box office starting 1 hour before game to receive a $5 ticket. Monday, January 27 Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10am South Orange Library Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30pm Soul of America by Meacham Wednesday, January 29 Creative Writing Class, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Thursday, January 30 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Wayne Eastman, Professor at Rutgers BusinessSchoolTopic: Re-integration Design Her Future, a Financial Education Course for Women, Seton Hall University Walsh Library, 6:30-8:30pm This program is specifically designed for women considering retirement$39, rsvp to (800) 886-0684 or www.tinyurl.com/DHF-Winter2020Sponsored by GenWealth Group, all fees will be donated to the SHU Pirate Blue Athletic fund Friday, January 31 Census Application Sign-ups, South Orange Library, 1pm-5pm The US Census is hiring for 2020. A Census representative will be here to help you apply.
January, 2020 For more details and up-to-date information, go to www.SOMATwoTownsforAllAges.org Happy 2020! Both South Orange and Maplewood now prohibit single-use plastic bags at retail establishments. Please remember to bring your reusable bags when shopping local. Start the New Year healthy. If you still need a flu shot, please call Dr. Pamela Grover’s office to receive a free flu vaccine, available for all South Orange and Maplewood residents, 18 years and over. Limited supplies available. Dr. Grover’s office is located at 2168 Millburn Ave, Maplewood, first floor. Office hours are: Monday 9-4 pm, Tuesday 9-6 pm, Thursday 9-6 pm, and Friday 10-2 pm. For more information, call (973) 763-5765. Be a Census Taker! The US Census Bureau is hiring part-time workers. See details at www. 2020census.gov/jobs, call 1 (855) JOB-2020, or attend one of the info sessions at the South Orange Library on Jan 10, 24 or 31. Winter Art Classes: Classes are 8 weeks, space is limited. Register by calling (973) 763-0750 or www.Maplewood.recdesk.com/community/program Acrylic Painting - intermediate, $130 Mondays, 10:30 am – 1 pm, Jan 13 - March 18 (no class Jan 20) at the Dehart Community Center Sculpture – all levels, $150 Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1-3pm, Jan 14 - March 5 at the 1978 Maplewood Arts Center Drawing – all levels, $120 Wednesdays 10:30am – 1pm, Jan 15 – March 4 at the DeHart Community Center Suburban Legend Presents: En Garde! The Panto Adventures of The Three Musketeers Burgdorff Center, Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door, www.suburbanlegendarts.comFridays & Saturdays, Jan. 4, 10-11, 17-18 at 7.30pm, Sundays, Jan.12 & 19 at 2.30pm JUST DANCE...Steve Vaccariello, Curated by Jeremy Moss, SOPAC Gallery through January 19. Vaccariello’s vivid and sensual portraits capture an unbridled creativity; a guileless exchange of artistic expression between two masters, each on either side of the camera lens. Vaccariello’s direction is simple and straightforward, “Just dance….” Recurring Events Mondays: Healthy Bones, 11:15, Maplewood’s Dehart Community Center Friendship Quilters, South Orange Library, noon Tuesdays: Caregivers Support group, Morrow Memorial Church, 9:30am Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Library, 5-7pm Wednesdays Current Events Discussion Group, Village Apartments, 2pm, Call Cheryl at (973) 763-0999 Thursdays International Folk Dancing, The Burgdorff, 8-10:15pm, $5 per session Tuesdays and Thursdays Kosher Congregate Lunch at the Village Apartments, 110 Vose Ave, South Orange, noon $4 donation requested, guests younger than 60 welcome at $8.Reserve your space by calling Frances at (973) 530-3504 Saturday, January 4 2020 MLK Luminary Decorating Party! SOPAC, 2-4pm A sign of hope and solidarity, the Luminary Project celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King and last year, over 1000 luminaries were displayed throughout our two towns. So, bring your family, friends, and neighbors to the decorating party! The luminaries come in a pack of four with a suggested donation of $10. Proceeds will go to benefit the work of the South Orange/Maplewood Community Coalition on Race.Refreshments and pizza will be served Sunday, January 5 Chicken Fat Ball - New Jersey Jazz Society, The Woodland, 1-4pm Performers: trumpeters Jon-Eric Kellso and Randy Reinhardt, clarinetist/tenor saxophonist Ken Peplowski, tenor saxophonist Harry Allen, pianist Rossano Sportiello, guitarist Frank Vignola, drummer Paul Wells, and bassist Gary Mazzaroppi.$35, https://njjs.org/index.php/event/the-chicken-fat-ball/January’s Events Juilliard @ SOPAC, 3pm The Ullysses String Quartet$15 for seniors Monday, January 6 Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10am Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30 - 9:30pm January 6: Philadelphia, America’s Garden CapitalAmbler Arboretum Director Kathy Salisbury will lead a virtual tour of some of Philadelphia’s most beautiful gardens during her presentation, “Philadelphia: America’s Garden Capital,” and share stunning photographs and fascinating anecdotes of each one. Tuesday, January 7 Documentary film: "Joachim Prinz: I Shall Not Be Silent", Jewish Community Center of Middlesex County, 1775 Oak Tree Road, Edison, 1:30pm Rabbi Joachim Prinz, who saved many Jewish lives before being expelled from Germany in 1937, was a Rabbi of Temple B'nai Abraham in Newark and President of the American Jewish Congress, became a leader of the civil rights movement.$5 JCCMC member, $8 non-memberFor more details call (732) 494-3232 Wednesday, January 8 Maplewood Senior Club, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm "Where'd You Go Bernadette?" Read Around the World: Poland, Maplewood Main Library, 7-8pm Drive Your Plow Over the Bones of the Dead, by Olga Tokarczuk GrandNannies Gathering, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30pm Join this group of South Orange and Maplewood grandparents who take care of their local grandchildren full or part time for a face-to-face opportunity to chat and get to know one another better.If you would like to join their facebook page, go to facebook.com/groups/1403960663030605. Thursday, January 9 Good Tymes String Band, South Orange Library, 11am - noon Banjo Music for All Ages Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Joanne Middleton, Lecturer, Professor Emeritus at Drew UniversityTopic: Queens of Crime Revisited Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm The Piano Lesson by August Wilson Friday, January 10 Census Application Sign-ups, South Orange Library, 1pm-5pm The US Census is hiring for 2020. A Census representative will be here to help you apply. Folk Fridays, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30 – 9:30pm Sing Along & Jam (or just listen)Bring Refreshments to Share Saturday, January 11 Free Rabies Vaccination Clinic for Dogs & Cats - open to both towns! South Orange Rescue Squad Building, 62 Sloan St, 9-11am Sponsored by the South Orange Health Dept. Your dog or cat must have their rabies vaccination updated if it expires prior to Nov 1, 2020All dogs must be on a leash, all cats must be in a carrier Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - noon A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Art & Music Reception: Tri State Botanical Artists, Maplewood Main Library, 3-4pm The TriState Botanical Artists is an active circle of the American Society of Botanical Artists, an international organization dedicated to the advancement of Botanical Art. Monday, Wednesday, January 13 S.O.S. Try Something New, DeHart Community Center, 1-2pm Wednesday, January 15 Creative Writing Class, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Cognitive Decline: When to Worry, Hilton Branch Library, 2pm Find out if your troubling symptoms indicate a problem. Thursday, January 16 South Orange Senior Circle, SOPAC, 11am Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Shawn Grain Carter, Professor of Marketing at Fashion Institute of TechnologyTopic: The Generational Divide in American Politics Saturday, January 18 Celebrate Martin Luther King with Chef Jesse, Maplewood Main Library, 1pm Chef Jesse will honor his southern roots and the memory of Martin Luther King by offering tastings and sharing stories, techniques and his passion for cooking Monday, January 20 Murther Luther King Jr Day, Municipal buildings closed The South Orange/Maplewood Community Coalition on Race 19th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Observance Columbia High School, 2pm Interfaith Service at 2:00 pm in the auditorium, Volunteer Fair at 3:30 pm in the cafeteria.Luminaries to reflect light and unity around the Dr. King's legacy of justice and equality for all will be available. Tuesday, January 21 Overlook Hospital “Healthy Avenues” Van, Maplewood Town Hall, 10am - noon The “Healthy Avenues” Van provides wellness screenings, including blood pressure checks. These services are FREE and open to the public, ages 18+.Body Mass Index, Glucose Screening and Cervical Health EducationQuestions? Contact the Maplewood Public Health Division, (973) 762-8120 Wednesday, January 22 Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm "Blinded by the Light" Thursday, January 23 Wilma & The Wingers, South Orange Library, 11am - noon Music for All Ages Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speakers: April Grier, Professor of Africana Studies atRutgers University, and Salimah Latham, SingerTopic: Jazz for Lovers Estate Planning, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Learn the strategies and tools to protect your savings and remain in control of your assets. Friday, January 24 Census Application Sign-ups, South Orange Library, 1pm-5pm The US Census is hiring for 2020. A Census representative will be here to help you apply. Sunday, January 26 Open Hearth Cooking: A Taste of History, Durand Hedden House, 1pm Blues in the Loft, SOPAC, 7pm Billy Hector - A prolific songwriter and composer called one of the hottest guitarists. Reviewers say: “one of the best shows you’ll ever see.” SO Days at SHU Basketball, Seton Hall Campus, 6:30 pm Cheer on the champion Seton Hall Women as they take on St. John's UniversitySO residents can present ID at box office starting 1 hour before game to receive a $5 ticket. Monday, January 27 Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10am South Orange Library Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30pm Soul of America by Meacham Wednesday, January 29 Creative Writing Class, South Orange Library, 1-2pm Thursday, January 30 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Wayne Eastman, Professor at Rutgers BusinessSchoolTopic: Re-integration Design Her Future, a Financial Education Course for Women, Seton Hall University Walsh Library, 6:30-8:30pm This program is specifically designed for women considering retirement$39, rsvp to (800) 886-0684 or www.tinyurl.com/DHF-Winter2020Sponsored by GenWealth Group, all fees will be donated to the SHU Pirate Blue Athletic fund Friday, January 31 Census Application Sign-ups, South Orange Library, 1pm-5pm The US Census is hiring for 2020. A Census representative will be here to help you apply.
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December 2019 Event CalendarRecurring Events: Mondays: Healthy Bones, 11:15, DeHart Community Center Tuesdays: Caregivers Support Group, Morrow Memorial Church, 9:30 am Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Branch Library, 5-7pm Wednesdays: Current events Discussion Group, Village Apartments at 110 Vose Ave. 2pm. Interested in joining? Call Cheryl Kasse at (973) 763-0999 Wednesday, December 4 Guided Painting, The Woodland, 11:15am - 1:15pm $17 all supplies includedsign up by calling (973) 763-0750 Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1pm Origami Star Ornaments, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Making your own holiday origami stars is surprisingly easy! Choose your own color combinations and learn how with experienced teacher Mary Kao. Seton Hall University Annual Winter Free Concert, SOPAC, 7:30pm - 9:30pm EST Ring in the holiday season with the Seton Hall University Chorus, Concert Band and Chamber Choir. Thursday, December 5 Holiday Wreath Making, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm $25, register by calling (973) 763-0750 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Kenneth Bain, Author and President, Best Teachers InstituteTopic: FDR's Vision of a Second Bill of Rights Thursday, December 5 – Saturday, December 7 The Christmas Cabaret, Seton Hall’s Theatre-in-the-Round, 8pm The College of Communication and the Arts presents the annual Christmas Cabaret.Tickets are FREE. Saturday, December 7 Dickens Village Events, Ricalton Square, Maplewood, 12 - 4 pm Hometown Holiday Celebration, South Orange FireHouse, 1:30 - 5:15 Free photos with Santa unitl 4:30, then follow the elf parade up to the tree at 76 South Orange Ave for lightiing at 5:15pm Our Stories Workshop, South Orange Library, 2pm Join Elly Lonon, author & graphic novelist for an afternoon with your family and friends as you draw and doodle your story!Art supplies provided by A Paper Hat. Funding made possible in part by the New Jersey Historical Commission. Sunday, December 8 Slow Food Northern NJ Indoor Farmers' Market, The Woodland, 10am – 2pm Annual Holiday Celebration, Gazebo and Hilton Branch Library on Springfield Avenue, 3-4:30 pm Hosted by the Springfield Avenue Partnership and the Department of Community Services. Come join for refreshments and entertainment. The Christmas Cabaret, Seton Hall’s Theatre-in-the-Round, 2pm The College of Communication and the Arts presents the annual Christmas Cabaret.Tickets are FREE. Best of the Loft on the SOPAC Main Stage, 7pm A hot night of great Jazz and Blues featuring Mike Griot ‘s All Star Band, Jazz singer Frank Noviello, Radam Schwartz & Dean Shot’s tribute to Howlin’ Wolf.Tickets $25 Monday, December 9 Try Something New, DeHart Center, 2pm Karen Frank on meditation ` Social Security Strategies, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Maximize your retirement income. Learn important rules & strategies for collecting your retirement benefits. Topics covered will include:Estimating benefits, Deciding when to apply, Coordinating Social Security with pensions and IRAs and more. Tuesday, December 10 Adult Health Screening, Maplewood Town Hall, 10 am - noon Wednesday, December 11 Maplewood Senior Club Meeting, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm “The Art of Racing in the Rain” Read Around the World: Haiti, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “Mouths Don’t Speak” by Katia D. Ulysse Community Coalition on Race Annual Holiday Party! Share good food and good cheer and celebrate the end of another great year!Giorgio's Ristorante, 52 Vose Avenue South Orange, 6:30pm$30 per person, includes Buffet Dinner/Coffee & Dessert/DrinksRsvp at www.communitycoalitiononrace.org GrandNannies Gathering, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30pm Join South Orange and Maplewood grandparents who take care of their local grandchildren full or part time. Chat and get to know one another betterIf you would like to join their facebook page, go to facebook.com/groups/1403960663030605. Thursday, December 12 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Lisa Jordan, Director of Environmental Studies and Sustainability Program at Drew UniversityTopic: Gun Violence in America: Opportunities for Intervention Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “The Underground Railroad” by Colson Whitehead Friday, December 13 Folk Fridays, Ethical Culture, 7:30-9:30pm Bring acoustic string and rhythm instruments. join in playing, singing, or listening with us. bring some refreshments to share. Everyone is invited! Christmas in Lessons and Carols, SHU Campus, Chapel of the Immaculate Conception, 4pm Join the Seton Hall Choir for one of the most cherished holiday events of the year. This ecumenical service, rooted in the great English choral tradition, combines music and scripture readings of the advent Christmas season in Seton Hall’s historic Chapel Saturday, December 14 Dickens Village Events, Ricalton Sqaure, Maplewood, 12 - 4 pm Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - noon A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Sunday, December 15 Celebrate the Season - Gingerbread Houses, ‘Jolly Old St. Nick’ and Holiday Shopping, 1-4pm All ages will enjoy the 2019 display of inventive entries to the 7th annual Durand-Hedden Gingerbread House Competition.Interested in being a contestant? Mark your calendars to enter by December 14. See www.durandhedden.org for details and entry form. Maplewood Glee Club Holiday Concert, St. Joseph Church (767 Prospect St., Maplewood), 4pm Tickets $10 for seniors Monday, December 16 Premier of “A Time Before Immunizations,” DeHart Community Center, 1:30pm Join us for the first showing of this documentary featuring local residents sharing their memories of growing up before vaccines were availabe to prevent the diseases we have almost forgotten about.Lunch will be served. Rsvp to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.com Wednesday, December 18 Annual Holiday Party, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am Rsvp to (973) 763-0750 Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1pm Thursday, December 19 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Marvin Johnson, Author, and Holiday PartyTopic: His book, "Nuggets of Wisdom for Life's Journey" Garden State Philharmonic Open Rehearsal, The Woodland, 7-10pm The Nutcracker (music only) Saturday, December 21 Dickens Village Events, Ricalton Square, Maplewood, 12 - 4 pm Sunday, December 22 – Monday, December 30 Happy Hanukkah! Wednesday, December 25 Merry Christmas!
December 2019 Event CalendarRecurring Events: Mondays: Healthy Bones, 11:15, DeHart Community Center Tuesdays: Caregivers Support Group, Morrow Memorial Church, 9:30 am Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Branch Library, 5-7pm Wednesdays: Current events Discussion Group, Village Apartments at 110 Vose Ave. 2pm. Interested in joining? Call Cheryl Kasse at (973) 763-0999 Wednesday, December 4 Guided Painting, The Woodland, 11:15am - 1:15pm $17 all supplies includedsign up by calling (973) 763-0750 Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1pm Origami Star Ornaments, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Making your own holiday origami stars is surprisingly easy! Choose your own color combinations and learn how with experienced teacher Mary Kao. Seton Hall University Annual Winter Free Concert, SOPAC, 7:30pm - 9:30pm EST Ring in the holiday season with the Seton Hall University Chorus, Concert Band and Chamber Choir. Thursday, December 5 Holiday Wreath Making, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm $25, register by calling (973) 763-0750 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Kenneth Bain, Author and President, Best Teachers InstituteTopic: FDR's Vision of a Second Bill of Rights Thursday, December 5 – Saturday, December 7 The Christmas Cabaret, Seton Hall’s Theatre-in-the-Round, 8pm The College of Communication and the Arts presents the annual Christmas Cabaret.Tickets are FREE. Saturday, December 7 Dickens Village Events, Ricalton Square, Maplewood, 12 - 4 pm Hometown Holiday Celebration, South Orange FireHouse, 1:30 - 5:15 Free photos with Santa unitl 4:30, then follow the elf parade up to the tree at 76 South Orange Ave for lightiing at 5:15pm Our Stories Workshop, South Orange Library, 2pm Join Elly Lonon, author & graphic novelist for an afternoon with your family and friends as you draw and doodle your story!Art supplies provided by A Paper Hat. Funding made possible in part by the New Jersey Historical Commission. Sunday, December 8 Slow Food Northern NJ Indoor Farmers' Market, The Woodland, 10am – 2pm Annual Holiday Celebration, Gazebo and Hilton Branch Library on Springfield Avenue, 3-4:30 pm Hosted by the Springfield Avenue Partnership and the Department of Community Services. Come join for refreshments and entertainment. The Christmas Cabaret, Seton Hall’s Theatre-in-the-Round, 2pm The College of Communication and the Arts presents the annual Christmas Cabaret.Tickets are FREE. Best of the Loft on the SOPAC Main Stage, 7pm A hot night of great Jazz and Blues featuring Mike Griot ‘s All Star Band, Jazz singer Frank Noviello, Radam Schwartz & Dean Shot’s tribute to Howlin’ Wolf.Tickets $25 Monday, December 9 Try Something New, DeHart Center, 2pm Karen Frank on meditation ` Social Security Strategies, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Maximize your retirement income. Learn important rules & strategies for collecting your retirement benefits. Topics covered will include:Estimating benefits, Deciding when to apply, Coordinating Social Security with pensions and IRAs and more. Tuesday, December 10 Adult Health Screening, Maplewood Town Hall, 10 am - noon Wednesday, December 11 Maplewood Senior Club Meeting, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm “The Art of Racing in the Rain” Read Around the World: Haiti, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “Mouths Don’t Speak” by Katia D. Ulysse Community Coalition on Race Annual Holiday Party! Share good food and good cheer and celebrate the end of another great year!Giorgio's Ristorante, 52 Vose Avenue South Orange, 6:30pm$30 per person, includes Buffet Dinner/Coffee & Dessert/DrinksRsvp at www.communitycoalitiononrace.org GrandNannies Gathering, Ethical Culture Society, 7:30pm Join South Orange and Maplewood grandparents who take care of their local grandchildren full or part time. Chat and get to know one another betterIf you would like to join their facebook page, go to facebook.com/groups/1403960663030605. Thursday, December 12 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Lisa Jordan, Director of Environmental Studies and Sustainability Program at Drew UniversityTopic: Gun Violence in America: Opportunities for Intervention Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm “The Underground Railroad” by Colson Whitehead Friday, December 13 Folk Fridays, Ethical Culture, 7:30-9:30pm Bring acoustic string and rhythm instruments. join in playing, singing, or listening with us. bring some refreshments to share. Everyone is invited! Christmas in Lessons and Carols, SHU Campus, Chapel of the Immaculate Conception, 4pm Join the Seton Hall Choir for one of the most cherished holiday events of the year. This ecumenical service, rooted in the great English choral tradition, combines music and scripture readings of the advent Christmas season in Seton Hall’s historic Chapel Saturday, December 14 Dickens Village Events, Ricalton Sqaure, Maplewood, 12 - 4 pm Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - noon A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Sunday, December 15 Celebrate the Season - Gingerbread Houses, ‘Jolly Old St. Nick’ and Holiday Shopping, 1-4pm All ages will enjoy the 2019 display of inventive entries to the 7th annual Durand-Hedden Gingerbread House Competition.Interested in being a contestant? Mark your calendars to enter by December 14. See www.durandhedden.org for details and entry form. Maplewood Glee Club Holiday Concert, St. Joseph Church (767 Prospect St., Maplewood), 4pm Tickets $10 for seniors Monday, December 16 Premier of “A Time Before Immunizations,” DeHart Community Center, 1:30pm Join us for the first showing of this documentary featuring local residents sharing their memories of growing up before vaccines were availabe to prevent the diseases we have almost forgotten about.Lunch will be served. Rsvp to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.com Wednesday, December 18 Annual Holiday Party, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am Rsvp to (973) 763-0750 Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Library, 1pm Thursday, December 19 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Marvin Johnson, Author, and Holiday PartyTopic: His book, "Nuggets of Wisdom for Life's Journey" Garden State Philharmonic Open Rehearsal, The Woodland, 7-10pm The Nutcracker (music only) Saturday, December 21 Dickens Village Events, Ricalton Square, Maplewood, 12 - 4 pm Sunday, December 22 – Monday, December 30 Happy Hanukkah! Wednesday, December 25 Merry Christmas!
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October, 2019 Go to our website for detailed and up-to-date information: www.SOMATwotownsforallages.org The new issue of the SOMA Two Towns for All Ages Newsletter is available on the website under the publications tab The Senior Forum All residents age 60+ are invited to attend the Senior Forum on Sunday, October 27, 2-5pm at SOPAC. This forum will feature idea sharing and discussion for the next steps in our age-friendly efforts. We will use a round-robin set up, with a different topic at every table. We will make it fun with door prizes, raffles and refreshments as we brainstorm for making South Orange and Maplewood truly two towns for all ages! RSVP to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2Towns@gmail.com and tell us which 3 topics you are most interested in (subject to change based on responses and interest): Community ParticipationTransportationHousing issuesHealth & WellnessCulture and EducationAccessibilityPedestrian safety/walkabilityOther? Let us know. Anyone registered by October 18 will be entered in a raffle to win a SOPAC membership! Great American Short Stories: A Seminar Style Class for Lovers of Literature Thursday, October 17 & 31, & November 14, 11am-12:30pm at the Maplewood Main Library Explore compelling short stories by Wharton, Cather, and Fitzgerald. We’ll focus on key aspects and critical analysis of the stories as well as your insights and questions. Participants are expected to attend all 3 sessions. Free but registration required. Go to https://shortstoriesseminar.eventbrite.com or call the library at (973) 762-1622. On Tuesday, October 29, SOMA Two Towns for All Ages is hosting a double-header on options for technology and help in your home with 2 speakers: Home Heart Beats will talk about a range of technology solutions to help meet your changing needs in your home. Umbrella is a private, member organization that makes it easier to live independently by offering help at an hourly rate. After an annual membership fee of $200, the cost is always $20/hr. The program will start with lunch at noon and the speakers to follow, so RSVP by October 25 to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.com. LVA Tutor Training October 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31, 9am-12 at Hilton Branch Literacy Volunteers of America trains volunteers to teach adults basic literacy and English for speakers of other languages. FREE durable medical equipment Are you in need of medical equipment to assist with walking or recovery from an injury? The Maplewood Public Health Division provides crutches, wheelchairs, walkers and more. Please contact the Maplewood Public Health Division at (973) 762-8120 Recurring: Tuesdays: Caregivers Support Group, Morrow Memorial Church, 9:30am Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Branch Library, 5-7pm Thursdays: Slavic Club, Seton Hall University, Fahy Hall, Room 236, 6:30pm Wednesday, October 2 Senior Freeze Tax Workshop, Maplewood Town Hall, 10:30am In conjunction with the offices of Assemblywoman Mila Jasey, Assemblyman John McKeon, and Senator Richard Codey, the NJ Division of Taxation will speak about the Senior Tax Freeze and answer your questions about this important program.You may be eligible if:Your income did not exceed $87,268 in 2017 and $89,013 in 2018You are 65 as of 12/31/2017, or receive federal SS disability benefits.You lived in New Jersey continuously for at least the last 10 yearsYou owned and lived in your current home for at least the last 3 years.You fully paid the property taxes due on your home. Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm “The Upside” Guided Painting Class, The Woodland, 11:15-2:15pm $17 includes all suppliesRegister at (973) 763-0750 or (973) 763-4202 Read Around the world, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm (Chile) In the Distance With You by Carla Guelfenbein Thursday, October 3 Seton Hall’s Slavic Club, Seton Hall University, Fahy Hall Room 236, 6:30pm During International Month, Slavic Club will be showing the Polish picture, Cold WarEveryone is welcome! Slavic food will be served! Saturday, October 5 Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am – noon A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Oktoberfest, The Woodland, noon - 8pm Entrance to the event is FREE! Food and alcohol will be available for purchase. Monday, October 7 Computer Class, South Orange Public Library, 10am Adult Health Screening, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30 am - noon Plastics or Planet, South Mountain Rehab, 1pm Linda Beck & Bill Haskins will discuss how to do yoru part to lessen the impact of plasticLunch included, rsvp to (973) 763-6391 Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30 - 9:30pm Michael Van Clef, Stewardship Director of Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space, will present “Deer Resistant Native Plants,” explaining how to choose deer resistant plants and protect any native plant from marauding deer. Tuesday, October 8 Adult Health Screening, Maplewood Town Hall, 10 am – noon. Horizon Blue Cross/ Blue Shield will be available to do blood glucose and cholesterol screenings. Fasting is not required. Wednesday, October 9 NOTE – In observance of Yom Kippur, the Maplewood Senior Club Meeting has been moved to October 16 Thursday, October 10 Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Our October title is the contemporary novel City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert Friday, October 11 Cracking Up In Rahway All-Female Comedy Festival, 1877 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, 8pm Tickets $24, https://justbeyoufestival.com/comedy-festival Saturday, October 12 Community Coalition on Race : Celebrating Integration, The Woodland, 7pm Join us for our annual fundraising dinner-Celebrating Integration, an evening of food, fun, dancing, auction, and, best of all, an evening to acknowledge our honorees for their commitment to intentional integration and true inclusion. It's a fun night and a great way to mingle with friends and neighbors who support the cause of integration in our community!For tickets and information, go to: www.communitycoalitiononrace.org/events Maplewood Green Day, Maplewood Memorial Park, 11-4pm Organic and local food, Electric Car Show, Eco-friendly vendors and presentations Sunday, October 13 - Saturday, October 26 InterACT Theatre Productions Presents “The House on Haunted Hill” at the Burgdorff Center, Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm, Sundays at 4pm. Tickets $14-20 online: http://www.interactproductions.org; $25 at the door Monday, October 14 Transportation Class with NJtips/Rutgers If you missed Louis Hoffman’s classes last April, come learn about public transportation9:30am at the South Orange Library or 11:30 am at the Maplewood Senior Center. Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka. Tuesday, October 15 Deadline for Voter Registration and Changes For more information contact the League of Women Voters of NJ at (609) 394-3303 or (973) 762-1169, or your town clerk's office Wednesday, October 16 Field trip to the Newark Museum NJTips@Rutgers returns with a field trip to the Newark Museum. Learn how to take public transportation to and from this local gem with Travel Instructor Louis Hoffman.Leaving at 10:30 am from S.O. Train Station, we will take the train and light rail and enjoy time in the museum. FREE transportation and museum entry - bring money for lunch.Register: (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.com. Maplewood Senior Club, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Interested in joining? Call Michelle at (973) 763-0750 Flu Clinic, Town Hall, 10-noon Plus prescription brown bag drug review. Bring your medications to be reviewed and learn how your medications can interact with each other.flu shot free for residents 65+, all others, $20.00 Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm “The Best of Enemies" NOTE: “Heads Up Seniors” at the library has been postponed until November Thursday, October 17 South Orange Senior Circle Meeting, SOPAC, 11am The Senior Circle has a new meeting place at SOPAC, in the loft. Friday, October 18 Medicare Information & Overview, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm Representatives from the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Administrator for Essex County will answer your questions about Medicare and health insurance, including changes to Medicare Advantage benefits.Flu shots will be available beforehand at 12:30 pm Saturday, October 19 Tori Erstwhile & The Montys, Maplewood Main Library, 3pm Humor songwriter & novelist, V.C. (Tori) Chickering will talk about her lyrics and novel writing process, interwoven with original songs performed by her band, Tori Erstwhile & The Montys. Stroke Assessment with RWJ Barnabas Health & Flu Clinic, Town Hall, noon - 2pm Stroke Assessment free, flu shots free for residents 65+, $20 for all others Saturday, October 19 – Sunday, October 20 South Next, SOPAC SouthNEXT brings together local artists, speakers, and performers to catalyze the kind of “creative collisions” that spark new ideas and inspire new solutions to some of the most pressing communal challenges of our times. A fun and thought-provoking weekend of activities, SouthNEXT is pleased to offer complimentary tickets to attendees. For full schedule and tickets, go to https://southnextnj.com Sunday, October 20 Diwali Fest NJ 2019, The Woodland, 12:30 – 6:30pm Diwali Fest NJ is a grand celebration of South Asian Arts and Culture.The festival is FREE and open to the entire community, but reserve tickets in advance at : www.Diwalifestnj.org Theodore Roosevelt Returns to Maplewood, Jefferson School 2pm, then Durand-Hedden House Don’t miss Theodore Roosevelt’s resplendent return to Maplewood, sponsored by the Durand-Hedden House. Teddy roamed the hills and meadows of our town as a boy exploring nature while visiting his Uncle Cornelius’s estate. Expertly played by historic interpreter Joe Wiegand, Theodore Roosevelt will be coming back to reconnect with Maplewood and vividly share stories of his life, family and presidency. Monday, October 21 Staging Your Home, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Learn simple tricks for getting your home looking its best before you put it on the market. Book Discussion Group, South Orange Public Library, 7 - 8:30 pm Wednesday, October 23 Maplewood Senior Bus Shore Trip Call (973) 763 - 0750 to reserve your seat Thursday, October 24 Emergency Preparedness, Hilton Branch, 7pm Have a plan for yourself and your family, have what you need, and go into winter prepared for any possibility. With Candice Davenport, Maplewood Public Health Nursing Supervisor. Saturday, October 26 Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Maplewood Police Dept 10 am – 2pm Thursday - Saturday, October 24-26 Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, SOPAC, 8pm Seton Hall University’s College of Communication and the Arts presents a production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, the classic comedy of love where opposites do attract. Benedict battles Beatrice with wit and humor until they both come together to save Hero’s reputation and her betrothal to Claudio.Tickets are FREE. Sunday, October 27 POW! - My Life in 40 Feasts, Words Bookstore, 1-1:30 pm Book Signing by Chef Jesse, from Senior Fitness Day The Senior Forum, SOPAC, 2pm Come and share your ideas and concerns to help plan the next steps in our age-friendly initiative.Register by calling (973) 558-0863 or email SOMA2towns@gmail.com.Raffles and door prizes, anyone who registers by October 18 will be entered to win a SOPAC membership! Tuesday, October 29 Homeheart Beats & Umbrella, SOPAC, noon Come for lunch, hear a presentation on technology that can help you make your home safer and learn about Umbrella, a membership organization that connects seniors to people who can do home repairs and help around the hosue.Free but Rsvp by October 25 to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.com. Foreign Film Series, South Orange Public Library, 6:15pm “Black Orpheus” (1959), winner of Academy Award for Best Foreign Film with commentary by film scholar Gerard Amsellem. Lionel Hampton Big Band/SHU Jazz ‘n the Hall Series, SOPAC, 7:30pm Senior Citizens - $15 Wednesday, October 30 Halloween Party, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am Navigating Medicare, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Learn about the changes for 2020 and your options. Helpful for both new enrollees and those already enrolled. Presented by the State Health Insurance Assistance Program. Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm “Rocketman” Garden State Philharmonic Open Rehearsal, The Woodland, 2 – 5pm; 7-10pm All Mozart Concert Looking ahead: Saturday, November 16 Giants of Jazz - Honoring Harold Mabern, SOPAC, 8pm $10 discount for senior citizensPre-show reception at 7pm in the loft, rsvp to SOMA2towns@gmail.com or (973) 558-0863
October, 2019 Go to our website for detailed and up-to-date information: www.SOMATwotownsforallages.org The new issue of the SOMA Two Towns for All Ages Newsletter is available on the website under the publications tab The Senior Forum All residents age 60+ are invited to attend the Senior Forum on Sunday, October 27, 2-5pm at SOPAC. This forum will feature idea sharing and discussion for the next steps in our age-friendly efforts. We will use a round-robin set up, with a different topic at every table. We will make it fun with door prizes, raffles and refreshments as we brainstorm for making South Orange and Maplewood truly two towns for all ages! RSVP to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2Towns@gmail.com and tell us which 3 topics you are most interested in (subject to change based on responses and interest): Community ParticipationTransportationHousing issuesHealth & WellnessCulture and EducationAccessibilityPedestrian safety/walkabilityOther? Let us know. Anyone registered by October 18 will be entered in a raffle to win a SOPAC membership! Great American Short Stories: A Seminar Style Class for Lovers of Literature Thursday, October 17 & 31, & November 14, 11am-12:30pm at the Maplewood Main Library Explore compelling short stories by Wharton, Cather, and Fitzgerald. We’ll focus on key aspects and critical analysis of the stories as well as your insights and questions. Participants are expected to attend all 3 sessions. Free but registration required. Go to https://shortstoriesseminar.eventbrite.com or call the library at (973) 762-1622. On Tuesday, October 29, SOMA Two Towns for All Ages is hosting a double-header on options for technology and help in your home with 2 speakers: Home Heart Beats will talk about a range of technology solutions to help meet your changing needs in your home. Umbrella is a private, member organization that makes it easier to live independently by offering help at an hourly rate. After an annual membership fee of $200, the cost is always $20/hr. The program will start with lunch at noon and the speakers to follow, so RSVP by October 25 to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.com. LVA Tutor Training October 15, 17, 22, 24, 29, 31, 9am-12 at Hilton Branch Literacy Volunteers of America trains volunteers to teach adults basic literacy and English for speakers of other languages. FREE durable medical equipment Are you in need of medical equipment to assist with walking or recovery from an injury? The Maplewood Public Health Division provides crutches, wheelchairs, walkers and more. Please contact the Maplewood Public Health Division at (973) 762-8120 Recurring: Tuesdays: Caregivers Support Group, Morrow Memorial Church, 9:30am Digital Device Clinic, Hilton Branch Library, 5-7pm Thursdays: Slavic Club, Seton Hall University, Fahy Hall, Room 236, 6:30pm Wednesday, October 2 Senior Freeze Tax Workshop, Maplewood Town Hall, 10:30am In conjunction with the offices of Assemblywoman Mila Jasey, Assemblyman John McKeon, and Senator Richard Codey, the NJ Division of Taxation will speak about the Senior Tax Freeze and answer your questions about this important program.You may be eligible if:Your income did not exceed $87,268 in 2017 and $89,013 in 2018You are 65 as of 12/31/2017, or receive federal SS disability benefits.You lived in New Jersey continuously for at least the last 10 yearsYou owned and lived in your current home for at least the last 3 years.You fully paid the property taxes due on your home. Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm “The Upside” Guided Painting Class, The Woodland, 11:15-2:15pm $17 includes all suppliesRegister at (973) 763-0750 or (973) 763-4202 Read Around the world, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm (Chile) In the Distance With You by Carla Guelfenbein Thursday, October 3 Seton Hall’s Slavic Club, Seton Hall University, Fahy Hall Room 236, 6:30pm During International Month, Slavic Club will be showing the Polish picture, Cold WarEveryone is welcome! Slavic food will be served! Saturday, October 5 Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am – noon A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Get feedback & advice. Bring your own supplies. All skill levels are welcome! Oktoberfest, The Woodland, noon - 8pm Entrance to the event is FREE! Food and alcohol will be available for purchase. Monday, October 7 Computer Class, South Orange Public Library, 10am Adult Health Screening, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30 am - noon Plastics or Planet, South Mountain Rehab, 1pm Linda Beck & Bill Haskins will discuss how to do yoru part to lessen the impact of plasticLunch included, rsvp to (973) 763-6391 Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30 - 9:30pm Michael Van Clef, Stewardship Director of Friends of Hopewell Valley Open Space, will present “Deer Resistant Native Plants,” explaining how to choose deer resistant plants and protect any native plant from marauding deer. Tuesday, October 8 Adult Health Screening, Maplewood Town Hall, 10 am – noon. Horizon Blue Cross/ Blue Shield will be available to do blood glucose and cholesterol screenings. Fasting is not required. Wednesday, October 9 NOTE – In observance of Yom Kippur, the Maplewood Senior Club Meeting has been moved to October 16 Thursday, October 10 Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Our October title is the contemporary novel City of Girls by Elizabeth Gilbert Friday, October 11 Cracking Up In Rahway All-Female Comedy Festival, 1877 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, 8pm Tickets $24, https://justbeyoufestival.com/comedy-festival Saturday, October 12 Community Coalition on Race : Celebrating Integration, The Woodland, 7pm Join us for our annual fundraising dinner-Celebrating Integration, an evening of food, fun, dancing, auction, and, best of all, an evening to acknowledge our honorees for their commitment to intentional integration and true inclusion. It's a fun night and a great way to mingle with friends and neighbors who support the cause of integration in our community!For tickets and information, go to: www.communitycoalitiononrace.org/events Maplewood Green Day, Maplewood Memorial Park, 11-4pm Organic and local food, Electric Car Show, Eco-friendly vendors and presentations Sunday, October 13 - Saturday, October 26 InterACT Theatre Productions Presents “The House on Haunted Hill” at the Burgdorff Center, Fridays & Saturdays 7:30pm, Sundays at 4pm. Tickets $14-20 online: http://www.interactproductions.org; $25 at the door Monday, October 14 Transportation Class with NJtips/Rutgers If you missed Louis Hoffman’s classes last April, come learn about public transportation9:30am at the South Orange Library or 11:30 am at the Maplewood Senior Center. Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm The Metamorphosis by Franz Kafka. Tuesday, October 15 Deadline for Voter Registration and Changes For more information contact the League of Women Voters of NJ at (609) 394-3303 or (973) 762-1169, or your town clerk's office Wednesday, October 16 Field trip to the Newark Museum NJTips@Rutgers returns with a field trip to the Newark Museum. Learn how to take public transportation to and from this local gem with Travel Instructor Louis Hoffman.Leaving at 10:30 am from S.O. Train Station, we will take the train and light rail and enjoy time in the museum. FREE transportation and museum entry - bring money for lunch.Register: (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.com. Maplewood Senior Club, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Interested in joining? Call Michelle at (973) 763-0750 Flu Clinic, Town Hall, 10-noon Plus prescription brown bag drug review. Bring your medications to be reviewed and learn how your medications can interact with each other.flu shot free for residents 65+, all others, $20.00 Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm “The Best of Enemies" NOTE: “Heads Up Seniors” at the library has been postponed until November Thursday, October 17 South Orange Senior Circle Meeting, SOPAC, 11am The Senior Circle has a new meeting place at SOPAC, in the loft. Friday, October 18 Medicare Information & Overview, Maplewood Senior Center, 1pm Representatives from the State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Administrator for Essex County will answer your questions about Medicare and health insurance, including changes to Medicare Advantage benefits.Flu shots will be available beforehand at 12:30 pm Saturday, October 19 Tori Erstwhile & The Montys, Maplewood Main Library, 3pm Humor songwriter & novelist, V.C. (Tori) Chickering will talk about her lyrics and novel writing process, interwoven with original songs performed by her band, Tori Erstwhile & The Montys. Stroke Assessment with RWJ Barnabas Health & Flu Clinic, Town Hall, noon - 2pm Stroke Assessment free, flu shots free for residents 65+, $20 for all others Saturday, October 19 – Sunday, October 20 South Next, SOPAC SouthNEXT brings together local artists, speakers, and performers to catalyze the kind of “creative collisions” that spark new ideas and inspire new solutions to some of the most pressing communal challenges of our times. A fun and thought-provoking weekend of activities, SouthNEXT is pleased to offer complimentary tickets to attendees. For full schedule and tickets, go to https://southnextnj.com Sunday, October 20 Diwali Fest NJ 2019, The Woodland, 12:30 – 6:30pm Diwali Fest NJ is a grand celebration of South Asian Arts and Culture.The festival is FREE and open to the entire community, but reserve tickets in advance at : www.Diwalifestnj.org Theodore Roosevelt Returns to Maplewood, Jefferson School 2pm, then Durand-Hedden House Don’t miss Theodore Roosevelt’s resplendent return to Maplewood, sponsored by the Durand-Hedden House. Teddy roamed the hills and meadows of our town as a boy exploring nature while visiting his Uncle Cornelius’s estate. Expertly played by historic interpreter Joe Wiegand, Theodore Roosevelt will be coming back to reconnect with Maplewood and vividly share stories of his life, family and presidency. Monday, October 21 Staging Your Home, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Learn simple tricks for getting your home looking its best before you put it on the market. Book Discussion Group, South Orange Public Library, 7 - 8:30 pm Wednesday, October 23 Maplewood Senior Bus Shore Trip Call (973) 763 - 0750 to reserve your seat Thursday, October 24 Emergency Preparedness, Hilton Branch, 7pm Have a plan for yourself and your family, have what you need, and go into winter prepared for any possibility. With Candice Davenport, Maplewood Public Health Nursing Supervisor. Saturday, October 26 Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Maplewood Police Dept 10 am – 2pm Thursday - Saturday, October 24-26 Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, SOPAC, 8pm Seton Hall University’s College of Communication and the Arts presents a production of Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing, the classic comedy of love where opposites do attract. Benedict battles Beatrice with wit and humor until they both come together to save Hero’s reputation and her betrothal to Claudio.Tickets are FREE. Sunday, October 27 POW! - My Life in 40 Feasts, Words Bookstore, 1-1:30 pm Book Signing by Chef Jesse, from Senior Fitness Day The Senior Forum, SOPAC, 2pm Come and share your ideas and concerns to help plan the next steps in our age-friendly initiative.Register by calling (973) 558-0863 or email SOMA2towns@gmail.com.Raffles and door prizes, anyone who registers by October 18 will be entered to win a SOPAC membership! Tuesday, October 29 Homeheart Beats & Umbrella, SOPAC, noon Come for lunch, hear a presentation on technology that can help you make your home safer and learn about Umbrella, a membership organization that connects seniors to people who can do home repairs and help around the hosue.Free but Rsvp by October 25 to (973) 558-0863 or SOMA2towns@gmail.com. Foreign Film Series, South Orange Public Library, 6:15pm “Black Orpheus” (1959), winner of Academy Award for Best Foreign Film with commentary by film scholar Gerard Amsellem. Lionel Hampton Big Band/SHU Jazz ‘n the Hall Series, SOPAC, 7:30pm Senior Citizens - $15 Wednesday, October 30 Halloween Party, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am Navigating Medicare, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm Learn about the changes for 2020 and your options. Helpful for both new enrollees and those already enrolled. Presented by the State Health Insurance Assistance Program. Wednesdays at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm “Rocketman” Garden State Philharmonic Open Rehearsal, The Woodland, 2 – 5pm; 7-10pm All Mozart Concert Looking ahead: Saturday, November 16 Giants of Jazz - Honoring Harold Mabern, SOPAC, 8pm $10 discount for senior citizensPre-show reception at 7pm in the loft, rsvp to SOMA2towns@gmail.com or (973) 558-0863
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Events By The Day:Wednesday, September 4 Senior Picnic, Maplewood Pool, noon – 3 pm · $10, call (973) 763-0750 to rsvp · Raindate September 5 Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1 pm · First Man Thursday, September 5 Maplewood Greenhouse space sign-up, Town Hall, 6 - 7 pm · Sign-in sheet available at 4:00 pm. Allocation of spaces in the order in which applicants have signed in begins at 6:00 pm. Seasonal rental fee: $30.00. Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm · Horticulturist Steven Kristoph will present “Great Plantings for Small Gardens,” discussing which small trees, shrubs, and perennials are best to create an eye-catching and sustainable small garden. Native plants will be available for sale. Saturday, September 7 The 13th Annual Health Fair, South Orange Fire House, 10 am - 2 pm · Come for a full range of health screenings and information, including eye & hearing screening, Reiki, osteoporosis screening, stroke risk assessment, blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, respiratory screening, spinal analysis, Hepatitis B & C blood draw, injury control, nutrition education, poisoning education, blood donations, connections to social services. Dog days of Summer, Maplewood Community Pool,11 a.m. to 1 p.m. · This town-wide, free event is open to all residents — and their dogs. RENT Party Picnic, Maplecrest Park, noon - 8 pm · Join the RENT Party for their annual picnic, concert and fundraiser for our local food pantries Tuesday, September 10 Adult Health Screening, Maplewood Town Hall, 10 am - noon Caregiver Support group, Morrow Church, 9:30 - 11 am · Contact @MorrowChurch.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">caregivers@MorrowChurch.org or (973) 763-7676 for details Wednesday, September 11 Maplewood Senior Club, Maplewood Senior Center, 10 am Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Public Library, 1 pm Adult Health Screening, Hilton Branch Library, 3:30-5 pm Read Around the World (Algeria), Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · “The Meursault Investigation,” by Kamel Daoud Thursday, September 12 SOPL Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1 pm · Speaker: Eugene Lieber, Lecturer and Professor Emeritus of History at Essex County College · Topic: The New Deal and Its Relevance to Today Classic & Contemporary Bookclub, Maplewood Main, 7 - 8:30 pm · “A Streetcar Named Desire,” by Tennessee Williams. Opening Reception: Mounds Piles & Massings, Seton Hall University’s Walsh Gallery, 5 – 9 pm · The Pierro Gallery is pleased to collaborate with the Walsh Gallery at Seton Hall on a new exhibition curated by South Orange resident and member of the SO Arts Advisory Council, Greg Leshé. The exhibition takes place September 9 – October 10, 2019. · The Walsh Gallery is open Mon – Fri, 10:30 am – 4:30 pm. Friday, September 13 SOMA on the Move, The Baird, 10 am · Join us for the South Orange Village Art Trail! Starting at the Baird parking lot at 10 am, we will have give aways, refreshments and a guided tour by SO Arts Council members. Brain Health Workshop, Maplewood Senior Center,10-11 am or 11:30 am-12:30 pm · Free but registration required. Call (973) 763-0750 to reserve your spot. Saturday, September 14 Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10 am - noon · A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Art & Music Reception: Sarah Petruziello, Maplewood Main Library, 3-4 pm · Sarah Petruziello creates portrait and self-portrait drawings and art works on paper primarily using graphite pencil on Strathmore Bristol or Arches watercolor paper. Sunday, September 15 Play Day South Orange, South Orange Village, 1 – 6 pm · Back for its 6th incredible play-filled year, Play Day is the Village’s largest public event and features more than 10 Play Areas, many sponsored by generous local organizations and companies. Join the fun and relax at the SOMA Two Towns for All Ages tent. · Rain date is Sunday, September 22. Horseshoe Crabs: A Fascinating Conservation Study, Durand-Hedden House, 2 pm · We hardly give a thought to these odd relatives of spiders when we see them on the beach at the Jersey Shore. But they actually are valuable 300-million-year-old living fossils. Women's Multicultural High Tea, The Woodland, 4-6pm · This free event brings together women from all faiths and backgrounds to share our kaleidoscope of traditions with food, music, stories and celebration. · The event is free, but seating is limited and everyone must have a ticket. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-multicultural-high-tea-tickets-66972032151 · Also participating are local vendors with jewelry, clothing, books and more. Monday, September 16 Embracing Aging: Finding Your Path to Aging Well, Village Apartments, 110 Vose Ave., 1 - 2 pm · Come and learn about how you can find your own path to aging well and resources available to help along the way by Rebecca Abenante, Healthy Aging Coordinator of the Geriatric Assessment Center at Atlantic Health System. · Seating is limited. Reserve your space by calling (973) 518-0993 Book Discussion Group, South Orange Public Library, 7:30 pm · "The Signature of All Things" by Elizabeth Gilbert Tuesday, September 17 Lake Hopatcong Lunch Cruise · $63 per person · Contact Michelle at (973) 763-0750 Wednesday, September 18 Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1 pm · “The Public” Thursday, September 19 SOPL Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1 pm · Speaker: Andy Lehren, NBC News Investigative Reporter · Topic: Current Investigation Friday & Saturday, September 20 & 21 The Strollers Set to Host Two Nights of Fundraising Fun, The Woodland, 7-10 pm · Bingo Night on Friday, 7 - 10 pm. Admission is $5 and includes 3 cards. Daubers and additional cards may be purchased. · Saturday, 7 - 10 pm - An Evening of Line Dancing to an eclectic mix of Western and other popular music. $10 per person. A professional instructor will demonstrate moves. Sunday, September 22 Maplewood Village Art Walk, Maplewood Ave, 11 am – 4 pm · Enjoy art from local artists and vendors. · See art work from the Senior art classes · Get a map for our new “SOMA on the Move” walking program. Tuesday, September 24 Caregiver Support group, Morrow Church, 9:30 - 11 am Essex County Senior Wellness Day, Codey Arena, 10 am - 2 pm · Enjoy this annual event by Essex County Division of Senior Services. · Want a ride? Call (973) 763-0750 Wednesday, September 25 Design the Health You Love After 65, Village Apartments,110 Vose Ave, 10 am- 2 pm · Come join us for a Design the Life You Love After 65 workshop to identify and think creatively about your unique needs and wants for your post-retirement and health. We have limited space, so we appreciate your quick response! Participants must commit to stay for the full session. If you are interested, please email Meltem Parlak at meltem@birselplusseck.com or call (973) 433-6955. · The Design the Life You Love After 65 will be 3 -4 hours (including lunch, breaks and time to socialize) Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Public Library, 1 pm Holland Ridge Farm Trip, 9:30- 3:30 · save your space by calling (973) 763-0750 · Transportation free, pay at entrance Thursday, September 26 SOPL Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm · Speaker: Corey Mead, Author and Associate Professor of English at Baruch College, City University of New York · Topic: His book, "The Lost Pilots" How to Run a Meeting, Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · Learn how to run a productive meeting for your organization or club that will leave members with a sense of accomplishment Learn Robert's Rules of Order, meeting procedures, and bylaw and agenda formulation from two experienced parliamentarians. Friday, September 27 Design the Retirement You Love After 65, Maplewood Senior Center, 10 am - 2 pm · Come join us for a Design the Life You Love After 65 workshop to identify and think creatively about your unique needs and wants for your post-retirement and health. We have limited space, so we appreciate your quick response! Participants must commit to stay for the full session. If you are interested, please email Meltem Parlak at meltem@birselplusseck.com or call (973) 433-6955. · The Design the Life You Love After 65 will be 3 -4 hours (including lunch, breaks and time to socialize)
Events By The Day:Wednesday, September 4 Senior Picnic, Maplewood Pool, noon – 3 pm · $10, call (973) 763-0750 to rsvp · Raindate September 5 Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1 pm · First Man Thursday, September 5 Maplewood Greenhouse space sign-up, Town Hall, 6 - 7 pm · Sign-in sheet available at 4:00 pm. Allocation of spaces in the order in which applicants have signed in begins at 6:00 pm. Seasonal rental fee: $30.00. Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm · Horticulturist Steven Kristoph will present “Great Plantings for Small Gardens,” discussing which small trees, shrubs, and perennials are best to create an eye-catching and sustainable small garden. Native plants will be available for sale. Saturday, September 7 The 13th Annual Health Fair, South Orange Fire House, 10 am - 2 pm · Come for a full range of health screenings and information, including eye & hearing screening, Reiki, osteoporosis screening, stroke risk assessment, blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, triglycerides, respiratory screening, spinal analysis, Hepatitis B & C blood draw, injury control, nutrition education, poisoning education, blood donations, connections to social services. Dog days of Summer, Maplewood Community Pool,11 a.m. to 1 p.m. · This town-wide, free event is open to all residents — and their dogs. RENT Party Picnic, Maplecrest Park, noon - 8 pm · Join the RENT Party for their annual picnic, concert and fundraiser for our local food pantries Tuesday, September 10 Adult Health Screening, Maplewood Town Hall, 10 am - noon Caregiver Support group, Morrow Church, 9:30 - 11 am · Contact @MorrowChurch.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">caregivers@MorrowChurch.org or (973) 763-7676 for details Wednesday, September 11 Maplewood Senior Club, Maplewood Senior Center, 10 am Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Public Library, 1 pm Adult Health Screening, Hilton Branch Library, 3:30-5 pm Read Around the World (Algeria), Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · “The Meursault Investigation,” by Kamel Daoud Thursday, September 12 SOPL Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1 pm · Speaker: Eugene Lieber, Lecturer and Professor Emeritus of History at Essex County College · Topic: The New Deal and Its Relevance to Today Classic & Contemporary Bookclub, Maplewood Main, 7 - 8:30 pm · “A Streetcar Named Desire,” by Tennessee Williams. Opening Reception: Mounds Piles & Massings, Seton Hall University’s Walsh Gallery, 5 – 9 pm · The Pierro Gallery is pleased to collaborate with the Walsh Gallery at Seton Hall on a new exhibition curated by South Orange resident and member of the SO Arts Advisory Council, Greg Leshé. The exhibition takes place September 9 – October 10, 2019. · The Walsh Gallery is open Mon – Fri, 10:30 am – 4:30 pm. Friday, September 13 SOMA on the Move, The Baird, 10 am · Join us for the South Orange Village Art Trail! Starting at the Baird parking lot at 10 am, we will have give aways, refreshments and a guided tour by SO Arts Council members. Brain Health Workshop, Maplewood Senior Center,10-11 am or 11:30 am-12:30 pm · Free but registration required. Call (973) 763-0750 to reserve your spot. Saturday, September 14 Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10 am - noon · A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Art & Music Reception: Sarah Petruziello, Maplewood Main Library, 3-4 pm · Sarah Petruziello creates portrait and self-portrait drawings and art works on paper primarily using graphite pencil on Strathmore Bristol or Arches watercolor paper. Sunday, September 15 Play Day South Orange, South Orange Village, 1 – 6 pm · Back for its 6th incredible play-filled year, Play Day is the Village’s largest public event and features more than 10 Play Areas, many sponsored by generous local organizations and companies. Join the fun and relax at the SOMA Two Towns for All Ages tent. · Rain date is Sunday, September 22. Horseshoe Crabs: A Fascinating Conservation Study, Durand-Hedden House, 2 pm · We hardly give a thought to these odd relatives of spiders when we see them on the beach at the Jersey Shore. But they actually are valuable 300-million-year-old living fossils. Women's Multicultural High Tea, The Woodland, 4-6pm · This free event brings together women from all faiths and backgrounds to share our kaleidoscope of traditions with food, music, stories and celebration. · The event is free, but seating is limited and everyone must have a ticket. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-multicultural-high-tea-tickets-66972032151 · Also participating are local vendors with jewelry, clothing, books and more. Monday, September 16 Embracing Aging: Finding Your Path to Aging Well, Village Apartments, 110 Vose Ave., 1 - 2 pm · Come and learn about how you can find your own path to aging well and resources available to help along the way by Rebecca Abenante, Healthy Aging Coordinator of the Geriatric Assessment Center at Atlantic Health System. · Seating is limited. Reserve your space by calling (973) 518-0993 Book Discussion Group, South Orange Public Library, 7:30 pm · "The Signature of All Things" by Elizabeth Gilbert Tuesday, September 17 Lake Hopatcong Lunch Cruise · $63 per person · Contact Michelle at (973) 763-0750 Wednesday, September 18 Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1 pm · “The Public” Thursday, September 19 SOPL Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1 pm · Speaker: Andy Lehren, NBC News Investigative Reporter · Topic: Current Investigation Friday & Saturday, September 20 & 21 The Strollers Set to Host Two Nights of Fundraising Fun, The Woodland, 7-10 pm · Bingo Night on Friday, 7 - 10 pm. Admission is $5 and includes 3 cards. Daubers and additional cards may be purchased. · Saturday, 7 - 10 pm - An Evening of Line Dancing to an eclectic mix of Western and other popular music. $10 per person. A professional instructor will demonstrate moves. Sunday, September 22 Maplewood Village Art Walk, Maplewood Ave, 11 am – 4 pm · Enjoy art from local artists and vendors. · See art work from the Senior art classes · Get a map for our new “SOMA on the Move” walking program. Tuesday, September 24 Caregiver Support group, Morrow Church, 9:30 - 11 am Essex County Senior Wellness Day, Codey Arena, 10 am - 2 pm · Enjoy this annual event by Essex County Division of Senior Services. · Want a ride? Call (973) 763-0750 Wednesday, September 25 Design the Health You Love After 65, Village Apartments,110 Vose Ave, 10 am- 2 pm · Come join us for a Design the Life You Love After 65 workshop to identify and think creatively about your unique needs and wants for your post-retirement and health. We have limited space, so we appreciate your quick response! Participants must commit to stay for the full session. If you are interested, please email Meltem Parlak at meltem@birselplusseck.com or call (973) 433-6955. · The Design the Life You Love After 65 will be 3 -4 hours (including lunch, breaks and time to socialize) Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Public Library, 1 pm Holland Ridge Farm Trip, 9:30- 3:30 · save your space by calling (973) 763-0750 · Transportation free, pay at entrance Thursday, September 26 SOPL Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm · Speaker: Corey Mead, Author and Associate Professor of English at Baruch College, City University of New York · Topic: His book, "The Lost Pilots" How to Run a Meeting, Maplewood Main Library, 7 pm · Learn how to run a productive meeting for your organization or club that will leave members with a sense of accomplishment Learn Robert's Rules of Order, meeting procedures, and bylaw and agenda formulation from two experienced parliamentarians. Friday, September 27 Design the Retirement You Love After 65, Maplewood Senior Center, 10 am - 2 pm · Come join us for a Design the Life You Love After 65 workshop to identify and think creatively about your unique needs and wants for your post-retirement and health. We have limited space, so we appreciate your quick response! Participants must commit to stay for the full session. If you are interested, please email Meltem Parlak at meltem@birselplusseck.com or call (973) 433-6955. · The Design the Life You Love After 65 will be 3 -4 hours (including lunch, breaks and time to socialize)
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Here is the June 2019 Event Calendar from SOMA Two Towns For All Ages:Its Farmers Market Season! Enjoy the freshest food New Jersey has to offer! · Mondays, 2 - 7pm, 1848-1852 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood (between Yale & Oberlin Streets) · Wednesdays, 2 - 7pm, Sloan Street Parking Lot, South Orange (across from the train station) Volunteers Needed! Literacy Volunteers of America (LVA), one of the largest non-profit adult literacy organizations in the country, is holding an 18-hour tutor training course at the Hilton Branch Library, Tuesdays & Thursdays form 9am-noon, June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, & 20. Volunteers work once per week for two hours or more and earn a certificate as tutors of Basic Literacy and English for Speakers of Other Languages. For more information, contact LVA at 973-566-6200, ext 217, via email emartin@lvaep.org, or register at www.lvaep.org. June is PRIDE Month South Orange and Maplewood will host over a dozen events in celebration of PRIDE month. Several are listed below. For full schedule and details for activities, go to www.somapride.com. The Converation of Your Life (COYL) series continues with events on June 17 and 21 – free and open to all but registraiton required. If you missed last month’s events on Personal Values, Guardinaship and the Conversation Project, you can get information on www.SOMATwoTownsforAllAges.org under the COYL tab. Saturday, June 1 Hilton Branch 60th Anniversary Celebration, Hilton, 10 am – 2pm · Cake & Raffles, Create Space Maker Project, Concert in the Gazebo, Art Exhibit & Talk by Cathleen McCoy Bristol. HAPI Fest, The Woodland, Noon – 5pm · Celebrate the Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a family-friendly community celebration, food, music, dance, and activities. Art & Music Reception: Franck Lazare Goldberg, Maplewood Main Library, 3pm · Live music with Felisha George. Artist’s talk at 3:20pm Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7 - 10pm · Under Cover Music Fest Sunday, June 2 Equality March & Rally, 10 am - noon · NJ's only annual PRIDE grassroots MARCH! Gather at Ricalton Square for Flag Raising, March through Maplewood Village to Town Hall, Rally at Town Hall, SOMA Joint Pride Proclamation, keynote speaker Ann Northrop.. Youth Pride Family Picnic, Springfield Ave Gazebo/Hilton Branch Library, noon - 3pm · family fun, youth entertainment & activities, bring a blanket, food trucks, FREE pizza (first come first served), water & snacks, flag raisings (first time on Springfield Avenue!) · FREE event, open to all Monday, June 3 Free Adult Health Screenings, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30 am - noon Tuesday, June 4 Free Adult Health Screenings, Maplewood Town Hall, 10 am - noon Wednesday, June 5 Ziti Lunch, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30 am · free and open to all but register by calling (973) 763-0750 by June 3 Wednesdays At The Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm · "If Beale Street Could Talk" Read Around the World (Indonesia), Maplewood Main Library, 7pm · Our June title is The Birdwoman’s Palate by Laksmi Pamuntjak. Thursday, June 6 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Public Library, 1pm · Robert Pallitto, Chairman of Dept. of Political Science & Public Affairs and Dr. Laura Melendez-Pallitto, Director of the Center for Community Research and Engagement, both at Seton Hall University. SAM Wine Tasting, the Wine Barrel (1886 Springfield Ave, Maplewood), 6:30 - 9:30pm · Enjoy unlimited samples of over 20 different varietals of the season’s hottest European wines, music, food from local eateries, all while supporting Springfield Ave. beautification efforts! · Tickets $25 in advance | $30 at the door (food sold separately) at The Wine Barrel (cash sales only) or online: https://samwinetasting.bpt.me Backyard Birds: Who Is That at My Feeder? Maplewood Main Library, 7pm · This program introduces many tips and tricks to distinguish the approximately 32 most common backyard bird species, bringing to light the surprising diversity of birds in our backyards. Friday, June 7 Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7-10pm · Swing Town Big Band Friday & Saturday, June 7- 8 Maplewood-South Orange Book Festival, The Woodland · MAPSO Book Festival brings together readers and authors in celebration of the joy and diversity of the written word. · Benefit for the libraries at 7pm on Friday, ticket required · Saturday events free and open to all, 10am – 4pm · Learn more at www.mapsobookfest.org Saturday, June 8 Friends of the Library Book Sale, The Baird, 10am – 4pm Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - 12 · A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7 - 10pm · Chuck Lambert Trio Sunday, June 9 Friends of the Library Book Sale, The Baird, 10 am – 3pm Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom, Durand Hedden House, 1 - 5pm · Juneteenth, an African American celebration marking the end of slavery in the United States, will be celebrated in collaboration with the South Orange Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. Pride Fest, Maplewood Memorial Park, Noon - 6pm Monday, June 10 Try Something New, The Baird, 1pm · Line Dancing Free Adult Health Screenings, Hilton, 3:30 – 5pm · Blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, medication, weight & health counseling, Open to Maplewood residents. Drop in. Dementia Conversations for Families, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm · How to have honest and caring conversations with family members about navigating doctor visits and making legal and financial plans. Wednesday, June 12 Maplewood Senior Club, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Public Library, 1pm PRIDE Month - Know Your Rights Training, Burgdorff Center, 7:30 - 9:30pm Thursday, June 13 A Conversation with Darnell Moore, Words Bookstore, 7:30-9:30pm Friday, June 14 Downtown After Sundown, Sloan St, 7-10pm · Carol Deminski & the Little Jazz Birds Saturday, June 15 Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7 - 10pm · The Howlin Poets Pride Under the Stars! Sloan St., 8 - 11pm · Outdoor Dance Party on Sloan Street, South Orange · ticketed event, contact organizer: www.northjerseypride.org Sunday, June 16 Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 6-9pm · Viva Flamenco NJ – Toni Messini · Come join us and have fun Flamenco Dancing Monday, June 17 COYL Event - Preparing for Aging, The Woodland, 1 - 3pm · Presented by Garden State Equality. Many older adults are aging without a plan in place. Issues around caretaking, power of attorney, wills, and other legal issues begin to come up and many older adults are unprepared to tackle these issues. This preparation workshop will help older adults to start thinking about a plan that is tailored to their needs. · FREE and open to all, lunch provided, reservations required by signing up atwww.gsequality.org/aging_mw or calling (973) 558-0863 Elder Law, Maplewood Main Library 6:30pm · Learn from attorneys some of the strategies and tools that will allow you to protect and preserve your savings, your estate and your legacy. Tuesday, June 18 Healthy Avenues Van, Maplewood Town Hall, 10 – noon · Men’s health education, BMI and glucose screening Caregiver Education Program: “Walkers, Canes and Hearing Aides – Why Won't They Use Them and What Can I Do?” Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center (1 Bay Avenue, Montclair) 6 - 8pm · This dinner presentation is for family caregivers and reservations are necessary. Please call to reserve your spot at (973) 993-1160, x209 Wednesday, June 19 Summer Kick off BBQ, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am · $5, rsvp to (973) 763-0750 by June 15 Wednesdays At The Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm · "On the Basis of Sex” Thursday, June 20 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Public Library, 1pm · Speaker: Jose Alejandro Vazquez, UN Representative for International Federation for Family Development · Topic: Intergenerational Relations in an Aging World “From Selma to Stonewall”, The Woodland, 7 - 10pm · Documentary showing and talkback · ticketed event, contact organizer: www.northjerseypride.org Friday, June 21 COYL Event -SAGE Table, Dinner & Screening of "Gen Silent", The Woodland, 6-9pm · Presented by Garden State Equality. Why SAGE TABLE? Our goal is to draw our community closer together, to alleviate the loneliness common to many LGBTQ seniors and to share stories and ideas. · FREE, open to all, dinner provided, reservations required: https://www.gardenstateequality.org/sagetable_maplewood or call (973) 558-0863 Downtown After Sundown · Spiotta Park, 6 - 9pm - The Accelerators · Sloan St, 7-10pm - Lynette Sheard Trio Saturday, June 22 Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7 - 10pm · David Easton Band Sunday, June 23 G-Fest Community Day and Art Celebration, 11am – 3pm · This new event will include a hi-end car show, a community art mural project, exhibits of our new murals, music at the Gazebo and food trucks. Monday, June 24 Book Discussion Group, South Orange Public Library, 7 - 8:30pm · "Behold the Dreamers" “Unbound: Transgender Men and the Remaking of Identity,” Words Bookstore, 7 – 9pm · Book talk and signing with author Arlene Stein Tuesday, June 25 Spirit of NJ Lunch Cruise · Leaves from the Maplewood Senior Center at 10am · $90, reserve yoru seat by calling (973) 763-0750 Wednesday, June 26 Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Public Library, 1pm Senior Bus Trip to Ocean Grove, leaves 9am · seats limited, reserve by calling (973) 763-0750 Friday, June 28 Downtown After Sundown, Sloan St, 7-10pm · Leonike Scheuble Trio Rainbow Pop Up Dinner, Maplecrest Park Parking Lot, 7-11pm · Pride-themed outdoor communal table, full dinner, dancing & entertainment inspired by international Diner en Blanc- adult only event, alcohol served · ticketed event, proceeds to benefit local charity providing independent living to persons with disabilities - https://www.progressivetheater.com/rainbow-event Saturday, June 29 Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7 - 10pm · Al Gold Blues Jam, singers welcome
Here is the June 2019 Event Calendar from SOMA Two Towns For All Ages:Its Farmers Market Season! Enjoy the freshest food New Jersey has to offer! · Mondays, 2 - 7pm, 1848-1852 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood (between Yale & Oberlin Streets) · Wednesdays, 2 - 7pm, Sloan Street Parking Lot, South Orange (across from the train station) Volunteers Needed! Literacy Volunteers of America (LVA), one of the largest non-profit adult literacy organizations in the country, is holding an 18-hour tutor training course at the Hilton Branch Library, Tuesdays & Thursdays form 9am-noon, June 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, & 20. Volunteers work once per week for two hours or more and earn a certificate as tutors of Basic Literacy and English for Speakers of Other Languages. For more information, contact LVA at 973-566-6200, ext 217, via email emartin@lvaep.org, or register at www.lvaep.org. June is PRIDE Month South Orange and Maplewood will host over a dozen events in celebration of PRIDE month. Several are listed below. For full schedule and details for activities, go to www.somapride.com. The Converation of Your Life (COYL) series continues with events on June 17 and 21 – free and open to all but registraiton required. If you missed last month’s events on Personal Values, Guardinaship and the Conversation Project, you can get information on www.SOMATwoTownsforAllAges.org under the COYL tab. Saturday, June 1 Hilton Branch 60th Anniversary Celebration, Hilton, 10 am – 2pm · Cake & Raffles, Create Space Maker Project, Concert in the Gazebo, Art Exhibit & Talk by Cathleen McCoy Bristol. HAPI Fest, The Woodland, Noon – 5pm · Celebrate the Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a family-friendly community celebration, food, music, dance, and activities. Art & Music Reception: Franck Lazare Goldberg, Maplewood Main Library, 3pm · Live music with Felisha George. Artist’s talk at 3:20pm Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7 - 10pm · Under Cover Music Fest Sunday, June 2 Equality March & Rally, 10 am - noon · NJ's only annual PRIDE grassroots MARCH! Gather at Ricalton Square for Flag Raising, March through Maplewood Village to Town Hall, Rally at Town Hall, SOMA Joint Pride Proclamation, keynote speaker Ann Northrop.. Youth Pride Family Picnic, Springfield Ave Gazebo/Hilton Branch Library, noon - 3pm · family fun, youth entertainment & activities, bring a blanket, food trucks, FREE pizza (first come first served), water & snacks, flag raisings (first time on Springfield Avenue!) · FREE event, open to all Monday, June 3 Free Adult Health Screenings, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30 am - noon Tuesday, June 4 Free Adult Health Screenings, Maplewood Town Hall, 10 am - noon Wednesday, June 5 Ziti Lunch, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30 am · free and open to all but register by calling (973) 763-0750 by June 3 Wednesdays At The Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm · "If Beale Street Could Talk" Read Around the World (Indonesia), Maplewood Main Library, 7pm · Our June title is The Birdwoman’s Palate by Laksmi Pamuntjak. Thursday, June 6 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Public Library, 1pm · Robert Pallitto, Chairman of Dept. of Political Science & Public Affairs and Dr. Laura Melendez-Pallitto, Director of the Center for Community Research and Engagement, both at Seton Hall University. SAM Wine Tasting, the Wine Barrel (1886 Springfield Ave, Maplewood), 6:30 - 9:30pm · Enjoy unlimited samples of over 20 different varietals of the season’s hottest European wines, music, food from local eateries, all while supporting Springfield Ave. beautification efforts! · Tickets $25 in advance | $30 at the door (food sold separately) at The Wine Barrel (cash sales only) or online: https://samwinetasting.bpt.me Backyard Birds: Who Is That at My Feeder? Maplewood Main Library, 7pm · This program introduces many tips and tricks to distinguish the approximately 32 most common backyard bird species, bringing to light the surprising diversity of birds in our backyards. Friday, June 7 Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7-10pm · Swing Town Big Band Friday & Saturday, June 7- 8 Maplewood-South Orange Book Festival, The Woodland · MAPSO Book Festival brings together readers and authors in celebration of the joy and diversity of the written word. · Benefit for the libraries at 7pm on Friday, ticket required · Saturday events free and open to all, 10am – 4pm · Learn more at www.mapsobookfest.org Saturday, June 8 Friends of the Library Book Sale, The Baird, 10am – 4pm Yarn and Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10am - 12 · A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7 - 10pm · Chuck Lambert Trio Sunday, June 9 Friends of the Library Book Sale, The Baird, 10 am – 3pm Juneteenth: A Celebration of Freedom, Durand Hedden House, 1 - 5pm · Juneteenth, an African American celebration marking the end of slavery in the United States, will be celebrated in collaboration with the South Orange Maplewood Community Coalition on Race. Pride Fest, Maplewood Memorial Park, Noon - 6pm Monday, June 10 Try Something New, The Baird, 1pm · Line Dancing Free Adult Health Screenings, Hilton, 3:30 – 5pm · Blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, medication, weight & health counseling, Open to Maplewood residents. Drop in. Dementia Conversations for Families, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm · How to have honest and caring conversations with family members about navigating doctor visits and making legal and financial plans. Wednesday, June 12 Maplewood Senior Club, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Public Library, 1pm PRIDE Month - Know Your Rights Training, Burgdorff Center, 7:30 - 9:30pm Thursday, June 13 A Conversation with Darnell Moore, Words Bookstore, 7:30-9:30pm Friday, June 14 Downtown After Sundown, Sloan St, 7-10pm · Carol Deminski & the Little Jazz Birds Saturday, June 15 Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7 - 10pm · The Howlin Poets Pride Under the Stars! Sloan St., 8 - 11pm · Outdoor Dance Party on Sloan Street, South Orange · ticketed event, contact organizer: www.northjerseypride.org Sunday, June 16 Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 6-9pm · Viva Flamenco NJ – Toni Messini · Come join us and have fun Flamenco Dancing Monday, June 17 COYL Event - Preparing for Aging, The Woodland, 1 - 3pm · Presented by Garden State Equality. Many older adults are aging without a plan in place. Issues around caretaking, power of attorney, wills, and other legal issues begin to come up and many older adults are unprepared to tackle these issues. This preparation workshop will help older adults to start thinking about a plan that is tailored to their needs. · FREE and open to all, lunch provided, reservations required by signing up atwww.gsequality.org/aging_mw or calling (973) 558-0863 Elder Law, Maplewood Main Library 6:30pm · Learn from attorneys some of the strategies and tools that will allow you to protect and preserve your savings, your estate and your legacy. Tuesday, June 18 Healthy Avenues Van, Maplewood Town Hall, 10 – noon · Men’s health education, BMI and glucose screening Caregiver Education Program: “Walkers, Canes and Hearing Aides – Why Won't They Use Them and What Can I Do?” Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center (1 Bay Avenue, Montclair) 6 - 8pm · This dinner presentation is for family caregivers and reservations are necessary. Please call to reserve your spot at (973) 993-1160, x209 Wednesday, June 19 Summer Kick off BBQ, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am · $5, rsvp to (973) 763-0750 by June 15 Wednesdays At The Movies, South Orange Public Library, 1pm · "On the Basis of Sex” Thursday, June 20 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Public Library, 1pm · Speaker: Jose Alejandro Vazquez, UN Representative for International Federation for Family Development · Topic: Intergenerational Relations in an Aging World “From Selma to Stonewall”, The Woodland, 7 - 10pm · Documentary showing and talkback · ticketed event, contact organizer: www.northjerseypride.org Friday, June 21 COYL Event -SAGE Table, Dinner & Screening of "Gen Silent", The Woodland, 6-9pm · Presented by Garden State Equality. Why SAGE TABLE? Our goal is to draw our community closer together, to alleviate the loneliness common to many LGBTQ seniors and to share stories and ideas. · FREE, open to all, dinner provided, reservations required: https://www.gardenstateequality.org/sagetable_maplewood or call (973) 558-0863 Downtown After Sundown · Spiotta Park, 6 - 9pm - The Accelerators · Sloan St, 7-10pm - Lynette Sheard Trio Saturday, June 22 Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7 - 10pm · David Easton Band Sunday, June 23 G-Fest Community Day and Art Celebration, 11am – 3pm · This new event will include a hi-end car show, a community art mural project, exhibits of our new murals, music at the Gazebo and food trucks. Monday, June 24 Book Discussion Group, South Orange Public Library, 7 - 8:30pm · "Behold the Dreamers" “Unbound: Transgender Men and the Remaking of Identity,” Words Bookstore, 7 – 9pm · Book talk and signing with author Arlene Stein Tuesday, June 25 Spirit of NJ Lunch Cruise · Leaves from the Maplewood Senior Center at 10am · $90, reserve yoru seat by calling (973) 763-0750 Wednesday, June 26 Creative Writing Workshop, South Orange Public Library, 1pm Senior Bus Trip to Ocean Grove, leaves 9am · seats limited, reserve by calling (973) 763-0750 Friday, June 28 Downtown After Sundown, Sloan St, 7-10pm · Leonike Scheuble Trio Rainbow Pop Up Dinner, Maplecrest Park Parking Lot, 7-11pm · Pride-themed outdoor communal table, full dinner, dancing & entertainment inspired by international Diner en Blanc- adult only event, alcohol served · ticketed event, proceeds to benefit local charity providing independent living to persons with disabilities - https://www.progressivetheater.com/rainbow-event Saturday, June 29 Downtown After Sundown, Spiotta Park, 7 - 10pm · Al Gold Blues Jam, singers welcome
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May, 2019 Event Calendar From SOMA Two Towns For All Ages: Go to our website for detailed and up-to-date information: www.SOMATwotownsforallages.org Special Events SOMA Two Towns for All Ages Presents the Conversation of Your Life/Senior Legal Series SOMA Two Towns for All Ages is proud to announce a speaker series focusing on the legal needs and concerns of older residents. We have joined the Essex Coalition for The Conversation of Your Life (COYL), a program of the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, to educate residents about important discussions to have and decisions to make in the event that you cannot speak for yourself. In addition, several local partners will hold and host events addressing discussions, planning and legal documents that people should consider and explore. Look for COYL events on May 7, 15 and 30th. Senior Fitness Day on May 17th! Maplewood Senior Center, 10am – 1pm Both the Maplewood and South Orange Senior Buses will be available for transportation. Rsvp to (973)763-0750 or SOMA2towns@gmail.com Maplewood Garden Club Annual Plant Sale, May 9 -11 Maplewood Community Pool parking lot (187 Boyden Ave.) Hours: May 9: noon to 8 pm; May 10: 8 am to 8 pm; May 11: 8 am to 4 pm (rain or shine!) For more information, visit www.maplewoodgardenclub.org/plant-sale The Strollers Present : "Fiddler on the Roof" at The Burgdorff Center, Fridays and Saturdays, May 3&4; 10&11; 17&18 at 8pm, Sundays May 5 & 12 at 2 pm Seniors - $20. Box office (973) 761-8453 or www.TheStrollers.org InterAct Theater Group presents: A Funny Thing Happened on The Way To The Forum May 3-5, 10-12, 17&18, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm - Sundays at 4:00pm Senior(60+) $17-23 in advance at www.interactproductions.org South Orange Middle School (Little Theater), 70 N Ridgewood Rd, South Orange Recurring Mondays: Project Healthy Bones, The Baird, 10 - 11:45 am Mahjong, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3pm Thursdays: Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Fridays: Scrabble at the Maplewood Senior Center, 10 - 11am May Events Wednesday, May 1 Creative Writing, South Orange Library, 1pm Artist’s reception for Lyman Dally: Imagination Uncorked, South Orange Village Hall Offices, 7-9pm Exhibition on view through May 20th Thursday, May 2 Coding for Moms (and other grownups) Maplewood Main Library, 10:30 am Learn about programming in a relaxed and non-intimidating setting. Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Ulysses Dietz, Chief Curator Emeritus of the Newark Museum Topic: Sam Grant (Ulysses S. Grant), Samuel Clemens (Mark twain) and the Gilded Age Friday, May 3 Cinco de Mayo, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am Preregister by calling (973) 763-0750 Book reading and Q&A with author Tim Johnston, Words Bookstore in Maplewood, 7:30pm Tim Johnston is the author of the novels Descent and The Current and the story collection Irish Girl. Saturday, May 4 Walk with the Senior Advisory Committee, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Meet at the Maplewood Senior Center to walk, talk and discuss senior programming and priorities. Rahway River Cleanup and picnic, The Civic House (124 Dunnell Rd, Maplewood) 10am – 2 pm www.Maplewoodisgreen.org Repair Cafe, Morrow Church, 2 - 4pm Bring us your broken items and we will try to fix them! Want to share your repair skills? Or just help/hang out and see what magic can be worked bringing beloved belongings back to life. Art & Music Reception: Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 3pm The May exhibit features wonderful hand-crafted items created by the Yarn and Fiber Arts Group. Live music will be provided by the Straus Brothers. No Boundaries Benefit, The Woodland, 8-11pm A celebration supporting the work of Arts Unbound tickets prices vary and may be purchased at www.artsunbound.org Sunday, May 5 Record Fair, The Woodland, 10am – 4pm https://facebook.com/events/591868864610495 River Day, Skate House, by the Duck Pond in South Orange, 11- 4pm Tech Cell Phone Workshop, YMCA - 13 Jefferson Ave., 1-3 pm The Teen Leaders Interact Club at South Mountain Ymca Are holding a workshop to provide hands-on learning for seniors in the community to help use cell phones. Light refreshments will be served Contact: Tom Donaldson at TDonaldson@metroymcas.org Interfaith Holocaust Memorial Service, Our Lady of Sorrows Church (217 Prospect St, S. Orange) 3pm A March of Remembrance, gathering at Spiotta Park in South Orange at 2pm, will lead to the Annual Service at 3pm, held this year at Our Lady of Sorrows. This year’s speaker will be Stefanie Seltzer, a child Holocaust survivor and President of the World Federation of Jewish Child Holocaust Survivors and their Descendants. For more information about the SOMA Interfaith Holocaust Service, email rememberandtell@gmail.comor go to www.rememberandtell.org. Maplewood Glee Club Spring Concert, St. Joseph's Church, 767 Prospect Street in Maplewood, 4pm It’s time to “get happy” with the Maplewood Glee Club. Their upcoming spring concert, entitled “Happy Together,” is all about happiness and joy. (Now, couldn't you use a bit of that?) $10 Monday, May 6 Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10am Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30pm The Bountiful Herb Garden Caren White is the Garden Steward of Rutgers Herb Garden and a lifelong gardener. She will tell us why timing and technique are the keys to maximizing the harvest from our herb gardens. Caren will explain how to plant and care for herbs, and also the best Smart Money for Older Adults: How to Avoid Fraud & Scams, The Village Apartments, 10 - 11am Presented by Bernie Sokal, MoneyCare Financial, LLC Tuesday, May 7 Adult Health Clinic, Maplewood Town Hall, 10am - noon COYL Event “Personal Values,” The Woodland, 11:30am Join the Essex County COYL Coalition for a presentation and panel on Personal Values and Medical Care. The program will begin with a light lunch, feature a short film and include a panel discussing the importance and strategies for making your wishes clear when you can’t speak for yourself. Free and open to all but please rsvp to: SOMA2towns@gmail.com or (973) 558-0863. Wednesday, May 8 Maplewood Senior Club, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm "Can You Ever Forgive Me?" Read Around the World (Germany), Maplewood Main Library, 7pm "This House is Mine" by Doerte Hansen Adult Health Clinic, Hilton Branch, 3:30 - 5pm Blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, medication, weight & health counseling, Open to Maplewood residents 18 and older. Staffed by Maplewood Health Dept. nurses. Drop in. Thursday, May 9 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Rosann Bar, Dean of Business & Social Sciences at Ocean County College Topic: Mothers of the Civil War Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm "In the Midst of Winter" by Isabel Allende Facilitated by Dennis Donahue, PhD, former Director of the Albert Dorman Honors College at NJIT Friday, May 10 Folk Friday, Ethical Culture Society, 516 Prospect St., 7:30 - 9:30pm bring acoustic string and rhythm instruments.join in playing, singing, or listening with us and bring refreshments to share! lnovemsky@comcast.net 973 763-8293 Saturday, May 11 Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10-12 A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Monday, May 13 S.O.S. Try Something New, The Baird, 1pm Tuesday, May 14 Village Elections for South Orange Board of Trustees South Orange registered voters who need to confirm their voting district should contact the Village Clerk’s Office at 973-378-7715, ext.1 during regular office hours. On Election Day the Village Clerk’s Office can be contacted between the hours of 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. Healthy Avenues Van, Maplewood Town Hall, 10-noon Stroke health education and awareness Wednesday, May 15 Creative Writing Class, South Orange Library, 1 pm Conversations on Race: The Invention of Race & Its Implications, Seton Hall University Center - Chancellor Ste, 7:30pm This year’s conversation will be led by Dr. Nell Irvin Painter, professor emerita at Princeton and author of the New York Times bestseller, "The History of White People" Rsvp to audrey.rowe@twotowns.org or (973) 761-6116 Just Brunch, Maplewood Senior Center, Noon Free but rsvp by Monday, May 13 Spring Soiree, The Loft at SOPAC, Noon The South Orange Department for recreation and Cultural Affairs and the South Orange Library host the 8th annual special luncheon for ages 50 and up. Music provided by George Esposito, singing songs from Vegas to Broadway! $8 ($5 for Senior Circle members) Reserve your seat today by calling (973) 378-7754 x2 or stopping by The Baird. COYL Event: “Guardianship – When is the Right Time?” Maplewood Main Library, 7pm This program will open with the documentary short “Edith & Eddie,” followed by a presentation and discussion on understanding how guardianship works in NJ by Drew Bauman NJ Symphony Open Rehearsal, The Woodland, 7-10pm Come and hear the Symphony for free as they practice Thursday, May 16 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Spring Symposium with music by Hunter Hayes Friday, May 17 Fitness Day! Maplewood Senior Center, 10am – 1pm Rutgers University Chorus preview concert of their Hungary Tour repertoire. St. George's Episcopal Church, 550 Ridgewood Rd., Maplewood, NJ, 8pm Senior Citizens $5; Preferred Seating $25; General Admission $10Tickets available at the door or via email:brian.harlow@Rutgers.edu Poetry Reading, The Skate House on South Orange Duck Pond (Mead & North Ridgewood) 7 - 9 pm The South Orange Arts Advisory Council & Watershed Literary Events present a reading with award-winning poets Brenda Shaughnessy & Craig Teicher Saturday, May 18 Healthy Living Tips from the Latest Alzheimer's Research, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30am Learn the latest in diet & nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. Bus Ride to the Sands Casino $40, contact (201) 207-1120 or (973) 675-8564 for tickets & information Yoga In The Park with Baker Street Yoga, Memorual Park, 9-11am Baker Street Yoga will be leading a morning yoga flow to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society $30. register at www.eventbrite.com/e/yoga-in-the-park-with-baker-street-yoga-tickets-58193161312 Sunday, May 19 Genealogy: It’s Not a Tree or a Chart – It’s a Story! Durand-Hedden House, 2pm Join genealogist and author Maureen Wlodarczyk at 2 p.m. to learn how to take a family tree chart and layer on history. Mayfest, Springfield Ave, Maplewood, 11am- 5pm Featuring over 150 vendors, activities, food, live music by local bands, a DJ and performances by our local dance and exercise studios at the corner of Springfield Ave and Yale Street. Monday, May 20 Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10am Email basics Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30 - 8:30 pm "Looking for Alaska" by John Green Wednesday, May 22 Guided Painting, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:15-1:15 $15, all supplies included! Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm "The Favourite" The Grand Opening of the Healthcare Center, Winchester Gardens, 4-7pm Hors d’oeuvres, Cocktails and Tours! Tours will be guided through all four neighborhoods: Sheffield Sub-Acute Rehabilitation, Cambridge Long-Term Care Support, Nottingham Assisted Living and Manchester Memory Care RSVP by May 13 to Dasha Ciriak 862-236-0247 or daciriak@springpointsl.org Thursday, May 23 Alzheimer's 101, Alzheimer's NJ Headquarters Office, 11 am - Noon 425 Eagle Rock Ave, Suite 203, Roseland Free but pre registration required by calling 888-280-6055 or online at alznj.org This program provides a comprehensive overview for anyone who wants to learn about memory loss, Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, warning signs, planning for the future and access to community resources. Foreign Film Series: “The Son's Room” by Moretti, 2001, South Orange Library, 6:15pm Brought to you by Friends of the South Orange Public Library Friday, May 24 Hike & lunch in South Mountain Reservation, 11am exact location and trail will be decided the day before, based on weather and trail conditions register at SOMA2towns@gmail.com or (973) 558-0863 Monday, May 27 Maplewood Memorial Day Parade, 8:30am Would you like to march in the annual parade? Call Cathy at (973) 558-0863 or email SOMA2towns@gmail.com Tuesday, May 28 Identity Theft & Fraud Prevention, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30am Learn about scams and identity theft, and how to protect yourself from them. Wednesday, May 29 Creative Writing Class, South Orange Library, 1 pm Senior Bus Trip to Jersey Shore Leaves the Maplewood Senior Center at 9am for Spring Lake (973) 763-0750 Thursday, May 30 Problems Falling Asleep, Hilton Branch, 5pm Specialist from St Barnabas' Sleep Center will talk about good sleep hygiene, how sleep affects your health, and common sleep disorders. COYL Event: “The Conversation Project,” South Orange Library, 7pm This program feature the Conversation Project Toolkit and role-playing on how to have the emotional but important conversations with your family and friends on your wishes and plans.
May, 2019 Event Calendar From SOMA Two Towns For All Ages: Go to our website for detailed and up-to-date information: www.SOMATwotownsforallages.org Special Events SOMA Two Towns for All Ages Presents the Conversation of Your Life/Senior Legal Series SOMA Two Towns for All Ages is proud to announce a speaker series focusing on the legal needs and concerns of older residents. We have joined the Essex Coalition for The Conversation of Your Life (COYL), a program of the New Jersey Health Care Quality Institute, to educate residents about important discussions to have and decisions to make in the event that you cannot speak for yourself. In addition, several local partners will hold and host events addressing discussions, planning and legal documents that people should consider and explore. Look for COYL events on May 7, 15 and 30th. Senior Fitness Day on May 17th! Maplewood Senior Center, 10am – 1pm Both the Maplewood and South Orange Senior Buses will be available for transportation. Rsvp to (973)763-0750 or SOMA2towns@gmail.com Maplewood Garden Club Annual Plant Sale, May 9 -11 Maplewood Community Pool parking lot (187 Boyden Ave.) Hours: May 9: noon to 8 pm; May 10: 8 am to 8 pm; May 11: 8 am to 4 pm (rain or shine!) For more information, visit www.maplewoodgardenclub.org/plant-sale The Strollers Present : "Fiddler on the Roof" at The Burgdorff Center, Fridays and Saturdays, May 3&4; 10&11; 17&18 at 8pm, Sundays May 5 & 12 at 2 pm Seniors - $20. Box office (973) 761-8453 or www.TheStrollers.org InterAct Theater Group presents: A Funny Thing Happened on The Way To The Forum May 3-5, 10-12, 17&18, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm - Sundays at 4:00pm Senior(60+) $17-23 in advance at www.interactproductions.org South Orange Middle School (Little Theater), 70 N Ridgewood Rd, South Orange Recurring Mondays: Project Healthy Bones, The Baird, 10 - 11:45 am Mahjong, Maplewood Senior Center, 1-3pm Thursdays: Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Fridays: Scrabble at the Maplewood Senior Center, 10 - 11am May Events Wednesday, May 1 Creative Writing, South Orange Library, 1pm Artist’s reception for Lyman Dally: Imagination Uncorked, South Orange Village Hall Offices, 7-9pm Exhibition on view through May 20th Thursday, May 2 Coding for Moms (and other grownups) Maplewood Main Library, 10:30 am Learn about programming in a relaxed and non-intimidating setting. Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Ulysses Dietz, Chief Curator Emeritus of the Newark Museum Topic: Sam Grant (Ulysses S. Grant), Samuel Clemens (Mark twain) and the Gilded Age Friday, May 3 Cinco de Mayo, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:30am Preregister by calling (973) 763-0750 Book reading and Q&A with author Tim Johnston, Words Bookstore in Maplewood, 7:30pm Tim Johnston is the author of the novels Descent and The Current and the story collection Irish Girl. Saturday, May 4 Walk with the Senior Advisory Committee, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Meet at the Maplewood Senior Center to walk, talk and discuss senior programming and priorities. Rahway River Cleanup and picnic, The Civic House (124 Dunnell Rd, Maplewood) 10am – 2 pm www.Maplewoodisgreen.org Repair Cafe, Morrow Church, 2 - 4pm Bring us your broken items and we will try to fix them! Want to share your repair skills? Or just help/hang out and see what magic can be worked bringing beloved belongings back to life. Art & Music Reception: Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 3pm The May exhibit features wonderful hand-crafted items created by the Yarn and Fiber Arts Group. Live music will be provided by the Straus Brothers. No Boundaries Benefit, The Woodland, 8-11pm A celebration supporting the work of Arts Unbound tickets prices vary and may be purchased at www.artsunbound.org Sunday, May 5 Record Fair, The Woodland, 10am – 4pm https://facebook.com/events/591868864610495 River Day, Skate House, by the Duck Pond in South Orange, 11- 4pm Tech Cell Phone Workshop, YMCA - 13 Jefferson Ave., 1-3 pm The Teen Leaders Interact Club at South Mountain Ymca Are holding a workshop to provide hands-on learning for seniors in the community to help use cell phones. Light refreshments will be served Contact: Tom Donaldson at TDonaldson@metroymcas.org Interfaith Holocaust Memorial Service, Our Lady of Sorrows Church (217 Prospect St, S. Orange) 3pm A March of Remembrance, gathering at Spiotta Park in South Orange at 2pm, will lead to the Annual Service at 3pm, held this year at Our Lady of Sorrows. This year’s speaker will be Stefanie Seltzer, a child Holocaust survivor and President of the World Federation of Jewish Child Holocaust Survivors and their Descendants. For more information about the SOMA Interfaith Holocaust Service, email rememberandtell@gmail.comor go to www.rememberandtell.org. Maplewood Glee Club Spring Concert, St. Joseph's Church, 767 Prospect Street in Maplewood, 4pm It’s time to “get happy” with the Maplewood Glee Club. Their upcoming spring concert, entitled “Happy Together,” is all about happiness and joy. (Now, couldn't you use a bit of that?) $10 Monday, May 6 Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10am Maplewood Garden Club, Maplewood Main Library, 7:30pm The Bountiful Herb Garden Caren White is the Garden Steward of Rutgers Herb Garden and a lifelong gardener. She will tell us why timing and technique are the keys to maximizing the harvest from our herb gardens. Caren will explain how to plant and care for herbs, and also the best Smart Money for Older Adults: How to Avoid Fraud & Scams, The Village Apartments, 10 - 11am Presented by Bernie Sokal, MoneyCare Financial, LLC Tuesday, May 7 Adult Health Clinic, Maplewood Town Hall, 10am - noon COYL Event “Personal Values,” The Woodland, 11:30am Join the Essex County COYL Coalition for a presentation and panel on Personal Values and Medical Care. The program will begin with a light lunch, feature a short film and include a panel discussing the importance and strategies for making your wishes clear when you can’t speak for yourself. Free and open to all but please rsvp to: SOMA2towns@gmail.com or (973) 558-0863. Wednesday, May 8 Maplewood Senior Club, Maplewood Senior Center, 10am Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm "Can You Ever Forgive Me?" Read Around the World (Germany), Maplewood Main Library, 7pm "This House is Mine" by Doerte Hansen Adult Health Clinic, Hilton Branch, 3:30 - 5pm Blood pressure and carotid bruit screening, medication, weight & health counseling, Open to Maplewood residents 18 and older. Staffed by Maplewood Health Dept. nurses. Drop in. Thursday, May 9 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Speaker: Rosann Bar, Dean of Business & Social Sciences at Ocean County College Topic: Mothers of the Civil War Classic & Contemporary Book Discussion Group, Maplewood Main Library, 7pm "In the Midst of Winter" by Isabel Allende Facilitated by Dennis Donahue, PhD, former Director of the Albert Dorman Honors College at NJIT Friday, May 10 Folk Friday, Ethical Culture Society, 516 Prospect St., 7:30 - 9:30pm bring acoustic string and rhythm instruments.join in playing, singing, or listening with us and bring refreshments to share! lnovemsky@comcast.net 973 763-8293 Saturday, May 11 Yarn & Fiber Arts Group, Maplewood Main Library, 10-12 A gathering for people who knit, crochet, quilt, sew, embroider or do other creative things with yarn or fabric. Monday, May 13 S.O.S. Try Something New, The Baird, 1pm Tuesday, May 14 Village Elections for South Orange Board of Trustees South Orange registered voters who need to confirm their voting district should contact the Village Clerk’s Office at 973-378-7715, ext.1 during regular office hours. On Election Day the Village Clerk’s Office can be contacted between the hours of 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. Healthy Avenues Van, Maplewood Town Hall, 10-noon Stroke health education and awareness Wednesday, May 15 Creative Writing Class, South Orange Library, 1 pm Conversations on Race: The Invention of Race & Its Implications, Seton Hall University Center - Chancellor Ste, 7:30pm This year’s conversation will be led by Dr. Nell Irvin Painter, professor emerita at Princeton and author of the New York Times bestseller, "The History of White People" Rsvp to audrey.rowe@twotowns.org or (973) 761-6116 Just Brunch, Maplewood Senior Center, Noon Free but rsvp by Monday, May 13 Spring Soiree, The Loft at SOPAC, Noon The South Orange Department for recreation and Cultural Affairs and the South Orange Library host the 8th annual special luncheon for ages 50 and up. Music provided by George Esposito, singing songs from Vegas to Broadway! $8 ($5 for Senior Circle members) Reserve your seat today by calling (973) 378-7754 x2 or stopping by The Baird. COYL Event: “Guardianship – When is the Right Time?” Maplewood Main Library, 7pm This program will open with the documentary short “Edith & Eddie,” followed by a presentation and discussion on understanding how guardianship works in NJ by Drew Bauman NJ Symphony Open Rehearsal, The Woodland, 7-10pm Come and hear the Symphony for free as they practice Thursday, May 16 Library Lecture Series, South Orange Library, 1pm Spring Symposium with music by Hunter Hayes Friday, May 17 Fitness Day! Maplewood Senior Center, 10am – 1pm Rutgers University Chorus preview concert of their Hungary Tour repertoire. St. George's Episcopal Church, 550 Ridgewood Rd., Maplewood, NJ, 8pm Senior Citizens $5; Preferred Seating $25; General Admission $10Tickets available at the door or via email:brian.harlow@Rutgers.edu Poetry Reading, The Skate House on South Orange Duck Pond (Mead & North Ridgewood) 7 - 9 pm The South Orange Arts Advisory Council & Watershed Literary Events present a reading with award-winning poets Brenda Shaughnessy & Craig Teicher Saturday, May 18 Healthy Living Tips from the Latest Alzheimer's Research, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30am Learn the latest in diet & nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Use hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. Bus Ride to the Sands Casino $40, contact (201) 207-1120 or (973) 675-8564 for tickets & information Yoga In The Park with Baker Street Yoga, Memorual Park, 9-11am Baker Street Yoga will be leading a morning yoga flow to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society $30. register at www.eventbrite.com/e/yoga-in-the-park-with-baker-street-yoga-tickets-58193161312 Sunday, May 19 Genealogy: It’s Not a Tree or a Chart – It’s a Story! Durand-Hedden House, 2pm Join genealogist and author Maureen Wlodarczyk at 2 p.m. to learn how to take a family tree chart and layer on history. Mayfest, Springfield Ave, Maplewood, 11am- 5pm Featuring over 150 vendors, activities, food, live music by local bands, a DJ and performances by our local dance and exercise studios at the corner of Springfield Ave and Yale Street. Monday, May 20 Computer Class, South Orange Library, 10am Email basics Book Discussion Group, South Orange Library, 7:30 - 8:30 pm "Looking for Alaska" by John Green Wednesday, May 22 Guided Painting, Maplewood Senior Center, 11:15-1:15 $15, all supplies included! Wednesday at the Movies, South Orange Library, 1pm "The Favourite" The Grand Opening of the Healthcare Center, Winchester Gardens, 4-7pm Hors d’oeuvres, Cocktails and Tours! Tours will be guided through all four neighborhoods: Sheffield Sub-Acute Rehabilitation, Cambridge Long-Term Care Support, Nottingham Assisted Living and Manchester Memory Care RSVP by May 13 to Dasha Ciriak 862-236-0247 or daciriak@springpointsl.org Thursday, May 23 Alzheimer's 101, Alzheimer's NJ Headquarters Office, 11 am - Noon 425 Eagle Rock Ave, Suite 203, Roseland Free but pre registration required by calling 888-280-6055 or online at alznj.org This program provides a comprehensive overview for anyone who wants to learn about memory loss, Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia, warning signs, planning for the future and access to community resources. Foreign Film Series: “The Son's Room” by Moretti, 2001, South Orange Library, 6:15pm Brought to you by Friends of the South Orange Public Library Friday, May 24 Hike & lunch in South Mountain Reservation, 11am exact location and trail will be decided the day before, based on weather and trail conditions register at SOMA2towns@gmail.com or (973) 558-0863 Monday, May 27 Maplewood Memorial Day Parade, 8:30am Would you like to march in the annual parade? Call Cathy at (973) 558-0863 or email SOMA2towns@gmail.com Tuesday, May 28 Identity Theft & Fraud Prevention, Maplewood Main Library, 10:30am Learn about scams and identity theft, and how to protect yourself from them. Wednesday, May 29 Creative Writing Class, South Orange Library, 1 pm Senior Bus Trip to Jersey Shore Leaves the Maplewood Senior Center at 9am for Spring Lake (973) 763-0750 Thursday, May 30 Problems Falling Asleep, Hilton Branch, 5pm Specialist from St Barnabas' Sleep Center will talk about good sleep hygiene, how sleep affects your health, and common sleep disorders. COYL Event: “The Conversation Project,” South Orange Library, 7pm This program feature the Conversation Project Toolkit and role-playing on how to have the emotional but important conversations with your family and friends on your wishes and plans.
Learn to Knit, for a Great Cause
Feb 28, 2017 at 8:43am
space is limited but there is still space. Why not get one New Year's resolution out of the way? For those of you who haven't rsvp'd yet, here's the link to my Learn to Knit parties on March 4 in support of the Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood!3:00 party: http://email.4elbows.com/t/y-7FFA7059B6398D907:30 party: http://email.4elbows.com/t/y-010466D1539B950B
space is limited but there is still space. Why not get one New Year's resolution out of the way? For those of you who haven't rsvp'd yet, here's the link to my Learn to Knit parties on March 4 in support of the Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood!3:00 party: http://email.4elbows.com/t/y-7FFA7059B6398D907:30 party: http://email.4elbows.com/t/y-010466D1539B950B
Learn to Knit, for a Great Cause
Feb 13, 2017 at 8:41am
For those of you who haven't rsvp'd yet, here's the link to my Learn to Knit parties on March 4 in support of the Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood! 3:00 party: http://email.4elbows.com/t/y-7FFA7059B6398D90 7:30 party: http://email.4elbows.com/t/y-010466D1539B950B
For those of you who haven't rsvp'd yet, here's the link to my Learn to Knit parties on March 4 in support of the Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood! 3:00 party: http://email.4elbows.com/t/y-7FFA7059B6398D90 7:30 party: http://email.4elbows.com/t/y-010466D1539B950B
Learn to Knit, for a Great Cause
Feb 1, 2017 at 9:03am
Knitting: it's not a hobby, it's a post-apocalyptic survival skill! Have you ever really wanted to learn to knit? I am hosting a dessert party for you, as a fundraiser for the Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood. On Saturday March 4, veteran knitters and newbies will join me for an evening of fiber fun, in exchange for a donation to Achieve. Please pm me your email address if you'd like an invitation!
Knitting: it's not a hobby, it's a post-apocalyptic survival skill! Have you ever really wanted to learn to knit? I am hosting a dessert party for you, as a fundraiser for the Achieve Foundation of South Orange and Maplewood. On Saturday March 4, veteran knitters and newbies will join me for an evening of fiber fun, in exchange for a donation to Achieve. Please pm me your email address if you'd like an invitation!
More parking to be eliminated
Sep 16, 2016 at 11:16am
tjohn said: sac said:As long as we are getting knit-picky - asparagus does not actually have a plural form. (Stalks of asparagus would be the way to pluralize it.)I think that Ridski was using the Italian translation of asparagus. I'm sure he knew that asparagus is one of those nouns like deers and mooses that has no plural form. As I am sure sac knows that nits can be picked like asparagus, but picking knits is a sartorial choice. ;)
tjohn said: sac said:As long as we are getting knit-picky - asparagus does not actually have a plural form. (Stalks of asparagus would be the way to pluralize it.)I think that Ridski was using the Italian translation of asparagus. I'm sure he knew that asparagus is one of those nouns like deers and mooses that has no plural form. As I am sure sac knows that nits can be picked like asparagus, but picking knits is a sartorial choice. ;)
More parking to be eliminated
Sep 16, 2016 at 11:07am
sac said:As long as we are getting knit-picky - asparagus does not actually have a plural form. (Stalks of asparagus would be the way to pluralize it.) I think that Ridski was using the Italian translation of asparagus. I'm sure he knew that asparagus is one of those nouns like deers and mooses that has no plural form.
sac said:As long as we are getting knit-picky - asparagus does not actually have a plural form. (Stalks of asparagus would be the way to pluralize it.) I think that Ridski was using the Italian translation of asparagus. I'm sure he knew that asparagus is one of those nouns like deers and mooses that has no plural form.
More parking to be eliminated
Sep 16, 2016 at 10:55am
As long as we are getting knit-picky - asparagus does not actually have a plural form. (Stalks of asparagus would be the way to pluralize it.)
As long as we are getting knit-picky - asparagus does not actually have a plural form. (Stalks of asparagus would be the way to pluralize it.)
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