MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Join the Maplewood Garden Club on Monday, March 2, at 7:30 p.m. at Maplewood Memorial Library, 51 Baker St., when historian Victoria Johnson presents “American Eden,” based on her new book of the same title. This is the story of how David Hosack — the doctor at the Hamilton-Burr duel — founded […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — In honor of Black History Month, the township of Maplewood has joined with local nonprofit, community and business partners to sponsor more than 30 artistic, cultural and educational events and activities throughout February. Maplewood Mayor Frank McGehee, who will lead two different book discussions during the month, said, “Our goal is to […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Whether you’re a gardener who wants to see more butterflies in your garden, a butterfly enthusiast who wants to bring that passion to the garden, or someone who simply wants to make their garden friendlier to monarchs or other butterflies, join the Maplewood Garden Club on Monday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m. […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Friends of Maplewood Library is holding some upcoming book sales at the Main Library, 51 Baker St. Bag-of-books sale on Saturday and Sunday, Jan. 25 and 26, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Entry to Sunday’s sale will be from the parking lot only. Fill a bag — supplied by Friends — […]
TRENTON, NJ — The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development recently announced the 14 recipients of $1,128,273 in grant funding through the Community Library Adult Literacy and Career Pathway program, which aims to expand adult literacy services in the Garden State. In Essex County, Maplewood Memorial Library will receive $81,636 and Newark Public […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Did you know that Philadelphia is the garden capital of America? Join the Maplewood Garden Club on Monday, Jan. 6, at 7:30 p.m. at Maplewood Memorial Library, 51 Baker St., when Kathleen Salisbury, director of Temple University’s Ambler Arboretum, presents “America’s Garden Capital.” She will lead the club on a virtual tour […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Come one, come all to Durand-Hedden House’s holiday event on Sunday, Dec. 15, from 1 to 4 p.m. View a merry medley of gingerbread houses, make a paper ornament, enjoy treats, and shop at the Country Store. Children can also visit with a Victorian Santa, so be sure to have your camera […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — When creating floral displays, some florists use materials that are not eco-friendly. Join the Maplewood Garden Club on Monday, Dec. 2, at 7:30 p.m. at Maplewood Memorial Library, 51 Baker St., to learn how to minimize the use of materials that pollute the environment in your own floral arrangements. Edith Villavicencio, owner […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Friends of Maplewood Library is holding its annual Fall Book Sale on Saturday, Nov. 23, and Sunday, Nov. 24, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both days at Maplewood Memorial Library, 51 Baker St.; entry on Sunday is via the parking lot only. A wide-ranging selection of books available on a […]
MAPLEWOOD, NJ — Do you savor sizzling plant combinations in other people’s gardens while being dissatisfied with your own? Then join the Maplewood Garden Club on Monday, Nov. 4, at 7:30 p.m. at Maplewood Memorial Library, 51 Baker St., when widely published garden photographer, writer and garden coach Karen Bussolini presents “Jazzing Up the Garden […]