Good afternoon, Maplewood. Here's hoping this email finds you warm & dry! Without further ado...
SNOW CLEARING
A big thank you to our Dept. of Public Works, Maplewood Police Dept. & South Essex Fire Dept., who worked tirelessly through this weekend's blizzard to make our town & streets safe for residents.
Clean-up continues through the week - Maplewood Ave. was cleared last night & they will continue to widen roads and clear school drop-off lanes & on-street parking in prep for this weekend's storm. As a result, residents may need to clear snow from their driveway aprons again. Residents who wish to report a concern about snow clean-up can do so here.
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DEHART PARK REHABILITATION MEETING
The public is invited to join Maplewood Township Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026 (7:30 p.m.; Maplewood Community Center) to discuss concept plans for our rehabilitation of the athletic fields at DeHart Park — and get feedback on Phase 2 of proposed surrounding amenities at DeHart (e.g. landscaping, playground, monument, etc.).
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JUST LIKE A GIRL*
Just Like A Girl* is back! The Maplewood Division of Arts & Culture invites young female artists, ages 10 - 20, to submit their artwork for Just Like A Girl*, a collaborative exhibition at 1978 Maplewood Arts Center in celebration of Women’s History Month. The exhibition, running from March 7th - March 29th, 2026, aims to challenge stereotypes and showcase the creativity, strength, and vision of young female artists. Apply here today.
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FORGOTTEN THINGS FORGOTTEN TIMES
Join us for our free opening reception, sponsored by Maplewood Division of Arts & Culture, to welcome artist Onnie Strother (Curator: Nette Forné Thomas) to the 1978 Arts Center
(1978 Springfield Ave.) on Sunday, Feb. 1 (2 - 5 PM). Strother's work will be on display Saturdays and Sundays, Feb. 1 - Feb. 22, from 2 to 5 PM. Find out more here.
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SENIOR ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Fun fact: you don't need to be a senior to join our Senior Advisory Committee! This vibrant, all-ages committee is currently on the hunt for 6 new members ranging in age. The committee meets at 6pm every other month on Thursdays (by Zoom in the winter and in person the rest of the year). Apply online here or call the Maplewood Clerk's Office at (973) 762-8120 for more information.
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2026 SPECIAL PRIMARY
As Mikie Sherrill begins her run as governor of New Jersey, she leaves a vacancy in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District.
The Special Primary Election is next week, Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026 - and early voting begins tomorrow, January 29 (see early voting locations).
Find key dates, deadlines, sample ballots & more on our 2026 Election Quick Facts page at www.maplewoodnj.gov.
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MAPLEWOOD MOVIE THEATER
Our iconic Maplewood Theater is set to reopen as (drumroll) a working movie theater in 6-12 months! Catch some of the local news coverage in Village Green, NJ.com & Tap Into.
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PRESERVATION AWARD
The Maplewood Historic Preservation Commission was awarded the Historic Preservation Commission Award by Preservation NJ. The commission had a milestone year— updating the Master Plan with CLG support, securing the Township’s first NJ Historic Trust capital grant & more.
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2026 RECYCLING CALENDAR: The 2026 Recycling Calendar is now in printable format for thy fridge. For weekly reminders on recycling, follow us on social media or download TC Member Nancy Adams' favorite recycling reminder app: https://www.recyclecoach.com.
2026 JITNEY & PARKING PASSES: Planning on taking the Jitney or driving your car to the train station this year? Make sure you purchase your 2026 passes today.
MPD LAUNCHES BLUE ENVELOPE PROGRAM TO ASSIST DRIVERS WITH AUTISM: Maplewood Police Department launched the Blue Envelope Program this January to create safer interactions between law enforcement and individuals with autism during routine traffic stops. Drivers with autism are issued a distinct blue envelope to store essential driving documents (e.g. driver’s license, registration, insurance information), which serves as an immediate visual cue to the officer to modify their communication approach. To receive a Blue Envelope, stop by the Police Department at 1618 Springfield Avenue; or email Officer Byron Lewin at Blewin@maplewoodnj.gov (Subject Line: Blue Envelope).
NJ HEALTH INSURANCE QUICK FACTS: Understanding the state health insurance application process is daunting, but it's important to take advantage of the open enrollment period, which runs through Jan. 31, 2026. To support residents, the Health Dept. has created a state insurance quick facts sheet that outlines available resources, including information on free health insurance navigators who can assist with applications. For more information, visit Get Covered NJ.Â
2026 PET LICENSES: Pet licenses are required by ordinance in Maplewood. 2026 applications are open, and due by January 31, 2026. Head to www.maplewoodnj.gov/pets to get your application in today.
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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