MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The “Contemporary Artists Forum XIV” exhibition currently running at 1978 Arts Center in Maplewood will close on Monday, Oct. 10. Many of the artists in this exhibit have made a lifetime commitment to their art. They pursue their work with passion and intelligence. Although very different in terms of style, school and […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Midtown Direct Rep recently announced a new partnership with the township of Maplewood. Beginning with the 2016-17 season, MDR will present its staged readings and other productions as the resident theater company of The Woodland, located at 60 Woodland Road in Maplewood. MDR’s newly named staged reading series, “Theater at The Woodland,” […]
Parents, players come out in droves to support coaches
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The attorney for two of the Columbia High School baseball coaches accused of bullying and the parent of one of the players they allegedly targeted are both appealing some of the findings from the independent investigation conducted into the coaches’ actions. Steve Farsiou, the lawyer for the head varsity coach, Joe Fischetti, […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — More than 3,500 people celebrated at Seton Hall Weekend, running Sept. 24 through 26, demonstrating the close ties shared between the university and surrounding community. The 32 annual Farinella 5K Run kicked off activities on Sept. 24. The overall winners for men and women were Trevor West from Arlington Heights, Ill., […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — The League of Women Voters of Maplewood-South Orange is sponsoring a debate for the two Maplewood Township Committee candidates on Thursday, Oct. 6, at 7:30 p.m. at the Maplewood Memorial Library Meeting Room, 51 Baker St. Both candidates will present their views on issues important to the community, answering questions prepared by […]
SOUTH ORANGE, NJ — Oheb Shalom Congregation and South Mountain Yoga are teaming up to present “New Year, New You: Free Yoga in the Park” at the South Orange Duck Pond on Sunday, Oct. 9, beginning at 11 a.m. In honor of the Jewish New Year, take part in the ancient practice of “tashlich,” casting […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Mark Bittman admits that his latest cookbook, “How to Bake Everything,” does not actually include every single recipe a person can make. But it does contain just about everything one could ever want. On Thursday, Oct. 6, at Words Bookstore, Bittman will be signing copies of his book, which features more than […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Shanyn Siegel will address the Maplewood Garden Club at its next meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 5, at 7:30 p.m. at Maplewood Memorial Library, 51 Baker St. Did you know that the seeds inside ripe heirloom tomatoes are fully developed and can be saved and replanted next season? Even if you only have […]
LIVINGSTON, NJ — Domestic violence affects every community. It thrives when we are silent, but if we take a stand and work together, we can end domestic abuse. October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and Rachel Coalition, a division of Jewish Family Service of MetroWest, is excited to join together with the community at […]
NEWARK, NJ — Essex County Executive Joseph DiVincenzo Jr. hosted the county’s annual Latino Heritage Celebration on Friday, Sept. 16, in the Essex County Hall of Records in Newark. With an array of colorful flags representing 22 Latino countries as the backdrop, DiVincenzo led a spirited celebration to pay homage to the rich culture and […]