 Happy Wednesday, Maplewood. Hope your December is off to a good start! The holiday season in Maplewood is full tilt - scroll down to find details on the SOMA Menorah Lighting, Dickens Village fun & our annual Springfield Gazebo tree lighting. 'Tis the season...
2026 SPECIAL PRIMARY ELECTION
As Mikie Sherrill prepares to serve as governor of New Jersey, she leaves a vacancy in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District. The Special Election date to fill that vacancy is set for April 16, 2026 – and the Special Primary Election is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026. Find key dates, deadlines, details & more on our 2026 Special Primary Election Quick Facts page on our home page: www.maplewoodnj.gov.
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2026 TC REORGANIZATION MEETING
Join us at Town Hall on January 1, 2026, at 2 p.m., to welcome Jane Collins-Colding (www.janecollinscolding.com) as she is sworn in to her first term as a Township Committeeperson.
Can't make it in person? Join us by Zoom @MaplewoodNJ.gov/Zoom or view the recording later on Youtube @MaplewdoodTownshipTV.
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2026 PET LICENSE APPLICATIONS
Pet owners, you can check this one off your to-do list today. Pet licenses are required by ordinance in Maplewood. 2026 applications are open, and due by January 31, 2026.
Screenshot the QR code (then pull up in your photos to access QR) or head to www.maplewoodnj.gov/pets to get your application in today.
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HUMAN RIGHTS AWARD
Out, loud & so very proud. Maplewood, New Jersey has earned a 2025 Human Rights High Score badge for garnering a near-perfect rating (96/100) in the @humanrightscampaign Foundation’s Municipal Equality Index! The MEI examines how inclusive municipal laws, policies, and services are in cities and towns across the country. Read the full report and learn how you can support the LGBTQ+ community here: hrc.org/MEI
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HOLIDAY MAGIC
Who's cuter than Maplewood come December? Make the most of the holiday season by planning your weekend fun now. From Dickens Village to the Springfield Gazebo & Ricalton Square Menorah Lighting, we've got you covered.
2026 COMMUTER RATES
Maplewood recently adopted a fee increase beginning January 1, 2026, in the following areas: Jitney Pass (now $165); Commuter Pass (now $400); and Combo Pass (now $415).
The per-ride fee did not change; and there will not be a pay early option to avoid the fee. Also, the hybrid/electric vehicle 25% discount remains the same; and prices will be prorated by 50% beginning July 1. (Please Note: You cannot buy a half-year for use in the first half of the year, only the second.)
For more detailed information, including how to purchase or renew passes, please visit the Township’s Parking & Jitney page.
WINTER COMMUNITY SERVICES
A JOI-sey twist on Christmas Carol, Puppy Yoga, Maplewood Glee Club & a Safe Sitter Course. That's just a few events our Community Services is cooking up this winter. For the full lineup of Community Service's offerings, you'll want to subscribe to their independent Community Services Newsletter, which covers Recreation, Senior Services & the Maplewood Pool. Sign up for their offerings at the online Rec Desk.
2025 MAPLEWOOD LEAF PICKUP SCHEDULE
We're in the final stretch of leaf pickup! During this time, Maplewood residents are permitted to rake all of their leaves from their properties to the street, with certain restrictions (see rules & regulations on our website). Pickups are done on a rotating basis curbside (click here for a printable map & schedule) - and residents are also permitted to drop their leaves off at our DPW yard (359 Boyden Ave.).
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UPCOMING BLOOD DRIVE:Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs blood. Mark your calendars to give back this holiday by joining us at our December 30th Blood Drive at The Woodland (60 Woodland Road). We'll be there from 12-5 p.m., and donors receive a long-sleeved Red Cross t-shirt while supplies last. Schedule your appointment in advance, enter your health history online, and more at www.redcrossblood.org (enter LSLMayaandPele).
NJMVC MOBILE UNIT: Ever wish the DMV just like...came to you instead? Maplewood Police Dept. is making your dreams come true Dec. 29 - Jan. 2, when the NJMVC Mobile Unit (Fun Fact: It hasn't been called the DMV in NJ since 2003!) will be stationed at our own DeHart Park from 9-2 p.m. each day (minus New Year’s Day) from 9 am-2 pm. Make your appointments at https://telegov.njportal.com/njmvcmobileunit to sign up for services like REALID, Registration Renewal, Non-Driver ID's & more. These services are available to NJ residents only.
CODE BLUE: When weather temperatures dip below 32 degrees, Essex County declares a Code Blue. Any resident in need of a heating center overnight can take refuge at the Municipal Court/Police Headquarters (1618 Springfield Avenue). Visitors will be directed to the court room until the overnight warming center at the DeHart Community Center is open and staffed, and residents can be transported over. Residents may also call the Police Department to report others who are without adequate heat or shelter and may need assistance. In emergency situations please call 9-1-1. In non-emergency situations please call Maplewood Police Department’s non-emergency line at (973) 762-1234. You can find information on our website at www.maplewoodnj.gov/residents/code-blue.
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To stay connected to Maplewood Township, follow us on Instagram and Facebook & sign up for Official Township News here. On our town website, you'll find a running list of our Township's resolutions & ordinances, as well as agendas, minutes, upcoming meetings and more.
Our Division of Arts & Culture is always humming with events. To stay up to date on their lineup of events, head to their website to sign up their newsletter & follow them on Instagram.
Interested in youth sports, recreation, the Maplewood Pool & senior services? You'll want to sign up for the Community Services newsletter to stay up to date on this department's many fun offerings for seniors, kids and adults. Their website is here & you can follow them on Instagram.
Want to follow Maplewood Library? Head to their website where you can sign up for their newsletter & follow them on Instagram here.
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