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09/05/2025

As the 20th Anniversary season kicks off , SOPAC (South Orange Performing Arts Center) is proud to present Unveiled 25, a sweeping exhibition that marks the arts center’s fourth collaboration with the SOMA Studio Tour. On view at the Herb + Milly Iris Gallery at SOPAC from September 11 through November 2, the show highlights the brilliance and diversity of nearly 70 local artists from South Orange and Maplewood. An opening reception will take place on Thursday, September 11, from 6–8 PM. South Orange Performing Arts Center

From South Orange Performing Arts Center: As the 20th Anniversary season kicks off ,…

09/04/2025

Set against the natural beauty of the park’s 45 acres, the festival will run just under an hour, making it a perfect afternoon outing for families, friends, and neighbors. Admission is free, and all are welcome to bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy the performances in South Orange’s largest and most-visited park.

Event Details:

What: Inaugural Meadowland Park Dance Festival – Theme: Cloud Cover

When: Saturday, September 13, 2:30 p.m.

Where: Skate House Green, Meadowland Park (Rain location: The Baird gym)

Admission: Free and open to the public

Meadowland Park Lydia Johnson Dance School

From The Meadowland Park Conservancy: The Meadowland Park Conservancy, together with South Orange Village,…

09/04/2025

Po***ck Properties Group is Welcoming IN. that back to school energy this September with FIVE cozy new listings, a community class to get you and your child prepared for college, and our easy online resource to plan exciting and art-ful after school activities. Sharpen those pencils, get out your rake for all those gorgeous leaves, and get ready for an active and creative fall!

Our first fall listing is LIVE and you can see it live and in person at our Open Houses this weekend, Saturday and Sunday, September 6 and 7, from 1-4pm.

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From Po***ck Properties Group: Po***ck Properties Group is Welcoming IN. that back to school…

09/03/2025

Grab a friend, neighbor, co-worker, or family member and come up with a comedy bit, a dance routine, or harmonize an acoustic song. Or sing opera, yodel, or do bird calls; step dance, tap, clog, or ballet; recite slam poetry; perform drag; do magic or juggle; bring us a cheer or a baton routine from your high school days; break out your ventriloquist doll or pointe shoes; act out a dramatic skit or a short scene from your favorite movie or tv show—the more quirky and unpredictable the better. Maplewood - Division of Arts & Culture

From Maplewood Division of Arts and Culture: SAVE the DATES: In-Person Auditions: Wednesday, September…

08/30/2025

08/28/2025

The Lydia Johnson Dance School, NJ nonprofit, is offering both Saturday and weekday classes which emphasize a professionally developed curriculum and a joyful, creative approach. Classes on Saturdays include a new Modern/Jazz class for 3rd-6th graders. Full class descriptions and schedule can be found on the LJD School website. Lydia Johnson Dance School

From The Lydia Johnson Dance School: The Lydia Johnson Dance School, NJ nonprofit, is…

08/27/2025

Cu***ng attended the opening of a 25-year retrospective of his career by photographer Steve Vaccariello, highlighting Cu***ng’s “raw charisma, bold queerness, and theatrical rebellion.”

Photos by Joy Yagid Photography:

The 25-year retrospective of Cu***ng's career, by photographer Steve Vaccariello, highlights Cu***ng's "raw charisma, bold queerness, and theatrical rebellion."

08/27/2025

08/27/2025

Kickoff is set for 7 p.m., preceded by Senior Night at 6 p.m., a fun ceremony on the field that celebrates the team’s 20 seniors as they head into their last football season.

New Head Coach Lys Rubens Blanc boosts student enthusiasm for Columbia High School’s football program.

08/25/2025

The Maplewood Village Alliance (MVA) is seeking a dedicated volunteer Treasurer to join its Board of Trustees, helping to guide the financial health and sustainability of Maplewood Village’s Special Improvement District. This position offers an opportunity for a financially savvy community member to play a pivotal role in preserving and promoting the heart of Maplewood. Maplewood Village Alliance

From Maplewood Village Alliance: The Maplewood Village Alliance (MVA) is seeking a dedicated volunteer…

08/21/2025

September is shaping up to be an unforgettable month in Downtown Summit! From live music and classic cars to gallery-worthy artwork and shopping deals, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Summit Downtown, Inc. (SDI) is thrilled to invite residents and visitors alike to experience these exciting community events this month: Welcome Back Summit from September 5th – 7th, Arts & Cars on September 21st, and the weekly Summit Farmers Market, running every Sunday through December 21st. Summit Downtown, Inc.

From Summit Downtown, Inc.: September is shaping up to be an unforgettable month in…