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Good afternoon, Maplewood. How 'bout this sunshine?! It's giving Get-Out-And-Vote-This-Week energy for tomorrow's Special General Election (April 16)! This election is being held to fill Mikie Sherrill's now-vacant seat in New Jersey's 11th congressional district. Take a look at a sample ballot and find your polling locations on our website. In other Township News, here's the latest.
SPRING RAKE OUT
It's about that time! The Dept. of Public Works' 2026 Spring Rake Out is scheduled for April 22 to May 15. Find your zone, pickup day & DPW's ground rules for pickup at http://www.maplewoodnj.gov/government/department-of-public-works/spring-rake-out.
 Prospect Street Bike Lane & Complete Streets Community Meetings
Maplewood Township invites the community to attend two upcoming virtual community meetings to discuss the concept plans for the rehabilitation of Prospect Street, from Concord Avenue (at the border of Union Township) to Beach Street (at the border of South Orange Village).
The Township’s plan follows the Complete Streets approach to street design, which strives to accommodate all transportation modes including walking, cycling and driving. The concept plan includes installing bicycle lanes, traffic-calming treatments and pedestrian facilities improvements along the length of Prospect, with the primary objective of improving safety and accessibility for all road users. You can view the concept plan ahead of the meetings here.
There will be two virtual community meetings, each focusing on a different segment of Prospect Street. Residents are invited to attend either or both sessions, where we will present the concept and then open the meeting up to questions and comments from the public.
COMMUNITY MEETING 1:
Concord Ave. to Tuscan Rd.
April 28th, 2026
7 PM – 9 PM
ZOOM LINK: https://twp-maplewood-nj-us.zoom.us/j/84330392979
COMMUNITY MEETING 2:
Tuscan Rd. to Beach St.
May 4th, 2026
7 PM – 9 PM
ZOOM LINK: https://twp-maplewood-nj-us.zoom.us/j/85815124540
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WORK WITH US
Looking for summer work? Our Community Services Dept. is hiring management positions (Camp Directors and Pool Managers) and staff positions (Summer Camp Counselors and Lifeguards). Apply today at https://www.maplewoodnj.gov/residents/apply-for-a-job.
We're also currently hiring for a Staff Engineer, Confidential Records Clerk, Recreation Division Manager & more. Bookmark our JOBS page and find your perfect fit.
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HabibiFest NJ 2026
HabibiFest NJ 2026 is headed to the Woodland! Come celebrate the sounds, flavors and arts of the Arab world with live performances, food, shopping, kids activities, and a tea tent. It's all vibes - and free! Bring your family!
Sunday, April 26th from 12-5 pm, The Woodland (60 Woodland Rd.)
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ART FROM THE EARTH
Join Maplewood Arts & Culture on Sunday, April 19 for a family‑friendly exhibition that brings creativity back to nature. Explore stunning works made with natural materials by Wendy Bellermann, Karis Takaki, and Michelle Kurlan — from earth pigments and minerals to stone and clay.
Opening: Sunday, April 19, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Exhibition, artist talk & hands‑on workshops with Wendy Bellermann at 12 p.m. & 3 p.m. Event is free, but register online here.
Ongoing Exhibition Hours: April 25 & 26 | 2 PM – 5 PM
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MAPLEWOOD POOL REGISTRATION
Our May 23 opening of the Maplewood Pool will be here before you know it & Maplewood Pool registration is officially live!
Take advantage of our Early Bird pricing (which decreased again this year!) through June 1. Register as an individual, couple or family at our Maplewood Rec Desk today.
Note: Maplewood Pool will be open weekends only through June 21; and then weekday hours kick in as schools let out for the summer.
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COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR & BIKE RODEO
Come one, come all! Maplewood Health Department will be hosting our annual Health Fair on Saturday, April 25, from 10 am - 1 pm in DeHart Park.
Come snag your free health screenings, alongside preventative services such as mammograms & cholesterol screenings. There will be free food, prizes and giveaways from our wide array of sponsors - as well as free kids bike lessons from the Maplewood Police Department! These lessons are free but you should register online here.
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TREE SAPLING GIVEAWAY
Maplewood Township's Dept. of Public Works is hosting its annual Tree Sapling Giveaway day on Saturday, April 25.
Roll by the DPW parking lot (359 Boyden Avenue) between 8 am - 12 pm for your free tree in honor of Arbor Day.
Word from the distributor says they are giving away mostly Red Bud saplings, but also have a handful of Scarlet Oak, Shagbark Hickory and Ironwood saplings. Get there early, as it's first come, first serve, until the trees run out.
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CELEBRATE AMERICA
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Revolution at Durand-Hedden on Saturday, April 25, from 10 am to 4 pm.
Experience an interactive living history encampment, presented by the 3rd New Jersey Regiment reenactment group; see demonstrations; and hear talks by local experts.
Tickets are free at DurandHedden.org; donations welcome.
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RAHWAY RIVER CLEANUP
Maplewood Township Environmental Advisory Committee invites you to join your neighbors for a community river cleanup on Saturday, April 25, from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. to help protect one of our most important local natural resources.
Volunteers should bring gloves, footwear suitable for shallow water, and clothes they can get dirty. All ages are welcome! Every helping hand makes a difference.
CHECK-IN LOCATIONS:
- 124 Dunnell Road (at the bridge to the Civic House)
- Columbia High School parking lot (West Parker Road at the river crossing)
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 MAPLEWOOD HEALTH DEPARTMENT & COMMUNITY SUPPORT CENTER: The Maplewood Health Department is moving! Over the past few weeks, the Department has been transitioning to their new location at 129 Boyden Avenue, repurposing the building that most recently housed the interim library. The new location will be named the Maplewood Health Department and Community Support Center. Telephone assistance and service referrals remain available by calling 973-762-8120, ext. 2007.
REPORT POTHOLES & OTHER CONCERNS: We encourage residents to report any potholes you encounter while driving or walking, as it helps us identify areas that require immediate attention. To report a pothole, head to our REPORT A CONCERN FORM on our website. This form also allows residents to report other issues such as litter, recycling, rodents, streetlights, outages, and trees.
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE: Essex County will be hosting a free Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Day on Saturday, May 2, from 8:30 AM - 4 PM. See their rules on what can be dropped, as well as details on how to drop it at their Public Works Facility (99 W. Bradford Ave., Cedar Grove, NJ) on thier flyer.
LOVE MY PUP EVENT: Puppy Heart Frames?! Count us in. Bring your dog of any age (not just puppies!) to help us celebrate National Puppy Day with the Meadowland Park Conservancy on Saturday, April 18, 10 am-12 pm, at the base of Floods Hill. We are offering free rabies shots on-site, along with doggy goody bags & a chance to win a gift card.
NEW BOARD ALERT: Be a part of a new Rent Leveling Board, recently created to discuss housing reforms to promote justice, equity & affordability. The Board is responsible for reviewing rent increase inquiries, overseeing compliance with the Township’s rent control ordinance, evaluating landlord hardship applications, and helping ensure fair, transparent housing practices for both tenants & property owners. Volunteers should be Maplewood residents interested in housing policy, community service, and balanced decision‑making - and can apply online here today.
MEMORY CAFE: The Neuroscience Society at Seton Hall University and Maplewood Library are coming together to offer Memory Cafe events this spring at Maplewood Memorial Library. The Memory Cafe is a dementia-friendly social gathering: a safe and welcoming space where participants can interact and connect with community members over an engaging lunch, arts and crafts, live music, and other activities beneficial for relaxation, stress reduction, and cognitive improvement. The next one is planned for April 18, 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM, in the Maplewood Memorial Library Create Space on the lower level at 51 Baker St. No registration required.
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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