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And just like that, summer is here & Maplewood's July 4 celebration is around the corner! From community softball games & kids fun runs to ice cream eating contests, a 5K and a big fireworks display, Maplewood Community Services has a July 4th lineup you don’t wanna miss!
FAMILY MOVIE & VILLAGE WATCH PARTY
This Thursday! Join us for a family movie night (Air Bud: World Pup) in Memorial Park around 6 p.m., followed by a Maplewood Village watch party at 9 p.m.
Our 6 p.m. family movie will kick off with lawn games, music, a photo booth & a chance to show off your penalty kick.
Around 9 p.m. we’ll shut down streets in Maplewood Village for a big outdoor watch party. Grab a bite to eat, bar hop, enjoy DJ music and watch the game on our big outdoor screen with your friends & neighbors.
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KEY UPDATES FROM THE RECENTLY APPROVED PROSPECT STREET IMPROVEMENT PLAN
The Maplewood Township Committee recently approved the final Prospect Street Improvement Plan. After considering public comment from multiple community meetings, input from our traffic engineers, and the completion of a recent traffic study, below are some key updates.
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Oakland Road: After a trial period, the “no left turn” restrictions will not be implemented.
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Prospect Presbyterian Church Area: A dedicated bike lane will be added to the Northbound lane in front Prospect Presbyterian Church. Additional vehicle parking spaces will be added along Tuscan Road.
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Springfield Intersection: The southbound lane at this intersection will have a dedicated bike lane & two travel lanes. Dedicated bike lanes have also been added on the south side of Springfield Avenue near the intersection to provide transition areas to shared lanes.
To view the full concept plan, go here. We anticipate beginning construction this fall. This is a major project implementing bicycle lanes, traffic-calming treatments, and pedestrian facilities. Construction work will create disruption to travel; we appreciate your understanding as we make these meaningful upgrades.
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GOOD TROUBLE
In Celebration of Pride Month, Maplewood Arts and Culture Presents:Troublemakers by Deric Carner.
What does it feel like to never fully belong? Troublemakers explores this question through a series of wall-mounted sculptural faces that are fragile, funny, and a little grotesque. Each one sits somewhere between mask and portrait, showing how we present ourselves to others while still holding parts of ourselves back.
On view Saturday & Sunday
6/27, 6/28 | 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.
1978 Maplewood Arts Center
1978 Springfield Avenue
Maplewood, New Jersey
See More Detailed Information Here
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KIDS CAMP OPENINGS
Looking for some summer fun for the kids? Our MapleCraft camp, which runs from 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. on weekdays at the Woodland, still has openings! Each day includes activities, fun craft projects, a lunch & snack break and some outdoor time when weather permits.
A few of of our other fun, affordable kids camps - including Summer Slam Basketball Camp, Diving Camp, Ultimate & Tennis Camp, also have openings! Get more info on which one of the camps have openings and sign up today at our online rec desk.
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HOUSING & DEVELOPMENT TOWN HALL
June is National Homeownership Month. To make homeownership accessible, we must address the rising costs that are challenging socioeconomic, racial and generational diversity in South Orange and Maplewood.
On Wednesday, 6/24 from 7-9 PM, we invite you to join Mayor Collum, Mayor DeLuca and the Community Coalition on Race's Residential Committee for a Town Hall conversation at Maplewood Memorial Library's Community Room. We'll discuss development, zoning, affordable housing and neighborhood issues shaping the future of our communities. Bring your questions and perspectives to the discussion.
Click here to RSVP for this free event.
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TALK TO THE TOWNSHIP COMMITTEE
Got something on your mind? Nothing beats bumping into one of your elected officials in town!
Join members of our Township Committee at the Memorial Park Civic House (near basketball/tennis courts) on Saturday, July 11, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m, for a casual meetup to ask questions, share ideas & catch up on Township news.
Can’t make it that weekend? Join them at one of their other remaining Saturday talks:
7/11 at Memorial Park Civic House
9/19 at Irvington Ave. & Parker Ave.
10/10 at DPW Recycling Center
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MAPLEWOOD POOL
Dappling blue water. Sunshine for days. Lobster rolls at the ready. Twisty slides, diving boards & kiddie pools. Who needs a vacation when we’ve got the Maplewood Pool in our backyard?
With school in the rearview mirror, the pool is now open for full summer hours: Mon-Fri: 12-8 p.m. and Sat-Sun: 10-8 p.m.
Commuter & Lap Swim are also back on the calendar and swim lessons are open for registration at https://maplewood.recdesk.com/.
Just a reminder our Maplewood Pool has it's own Instagram feed and Maplewood Pool website. Follow along for upcoming events & more.
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  MPD JUNIOR ACADEMY: Calling all cadets! Maplewood Police Junior Academy is back, this August 3-10, from 8 am to 3 pm. Join us for a week of hands-on learning, field trips, team building and fun activities. This program is designed to give our rising 6-8 graders a behind-the-scenes look into public safety. Field trips are planned for the US National Guard Armory, Essex County Police Academy, FunPlex & more. To register, head to www.maplewoodpd.org.
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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