SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — In response to President Donald Trump’s recent announcement that transgender individuals will no longer be allowed to serve in the U.S. Military in any capacity, South Orange will be hosting a transgender flag raising downtown to show that “everybody belongs here.” The flag raising will take place Thursday, Aug. 3, at […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Maplewood Recreation recently installed a new Expression Swing in the playground at DeHart Park. The Expression Swing is the only patented playground swing designed to promote intergenerational play in which an adult and child can interact face-to-face and eye-to-eye while enjoying the ride. Research shows that when a parent and a child’s […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — South Orange Public Library presented the Shakespeare Theater of NJ’s Next Stage Ensemble performing “The Taming of the Shrew.” The ensemble’s annual summer performance at SOPL was attended by a delighted audience of all ages and was underwritten by PNC Bank. Pictured, Ryan Woods plays Petruchio and Shannon Uphold plays Kate. […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — If you have been out-and-about the village in recent months, you may have noticed a number of projects under way that will improve parks and recreation facilities in the community. South Orange recently provided an update of all recreation capital projects in the village: Playground improvements Following the replacement of the […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — An African penguin visits South Orange Public Library as part of Monday Night Family Fun sponsored by Friends of SOPL. This penguin, Captain Jack, came calling from Jenkinson’s Aquarium of Point Pleasant. The species, sometimes called black-footed penguins, is native to South Africa and Namibia. Photos Courtesy of Melissa Kopecky
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — 1978 Arts Center will toast to its annual Friendship Show with a closing reception on Sunday, July 30, from 5 to 6 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Make an appointment to see this exhibit by contacting 1978artscenter@gmail.com or 862-250-2850. 1978 Arts Center is located at 1978 Springfield Ave. in Maplewood. For […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The Maplewood Police Department recently unveiled its Welcoming Community Order, which includes guidelines and directives, to instruct police officers in administering safety while keeping to Maplewood’s stated goal of being a “welcoming city.” This designation means the township recognizes that it is the federal government’s responsibility to enforce immigration law, not a […]
Maplewood’s Office of Cultural Affairs teaches local students the ins and outs of running the dept.
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — For three teenagers, this summer will consist of more than lounging by the local pool or sleeping in until the afternoon, thanks to a unique internship program developed between the Maplewood Office of Cultural Affairs and Columbia High School. The idea of the program is to combine the talents and interests of […]
MAPLEWOOD / SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — The successful South Orange Classic Card program is expanding into Maplewood, thanks to the SOMA Two Towns for All Ages initiative. This free card for residents ages 65 and older offers discounts at local restaurants and businesses. Participating businesses will decide on a discount or other special offer for […]
DREAMS works to change culture, outcomes in county
ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Domestic violence has long-lasting repercussions beyond the immediate effects of pain, fear and injury. A family touched by domestic violence can struggle to regain its footing, plagued by physical and emotional reminders of its trauma. In Essex County, these families receive help from DREAMS, a program from FAMILYConnections that aims to […]