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Good afternoon, Maplewood. Read on for this week's newsletter; and don't forget to tell a friend to subscribe today to tap into our biweekly bulletins & official notices.
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COMMUNITY MEETING: MOVIE THEATER REDEVELOPMENT PLAN
The Township of Maplewood will hold an in-person community meeting on 9/11/2025, from 7-9 pm, at the Woodland Great Hall, to present and discuss updates to the latest draft of the Movie Theater Redevelopment Plan. The Township invites all residents and stakeholders to attend, learn more, and share feedback on the draft plan. Your voice matters—please join us and be part of the conversation.
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BULK DROP OFF DAY
Join us for our last Bulk Drop Off Day of the year this Saturday, September 13, from 8 am - 2 pm. This biannual recycling event provides residents an opportunity to dispose of bulk items by bringing them to the Department of Public Works facility at 359 Boyden Ave. Click here for more details.
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SUMMER STREETS MUSIC SERIES
Join us in Maplewood Village on Saturdays (5-9 pm through Sept. 27) as we turn our quaint little stretch of Maplewood Avenue (b/t Inwood & Highland) into our own little Italian piazza - creating a pedestrian plaza filled with outdoor dining, live music & extended shopping hours.
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MAPSO FAMILY FOLLIES
In-Person Auditions: Wednesday, September 24th, 6 - 8pm at The Woodland (60 Woodland Rd., Maplewood) Video Submission Auditions: Received between September 24th - 30th at 12 midnight.
Audition Rules: 3 min. per act, no drum kits, and no solos. Open to anyone ages 9 - 99 in Maplewood/South Orange and surrounding communities. We encourage up-tempo, upbeat, fun, or funny acts, and anything multi-cultural or generational. Time Commitment: One in-person dress rehearsal and then the show!
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FALL TENNIS & PICKLEBALL CLINICS
Grab your racquet and join in on some tennis & pickleball fun this fall. Register here today for youth & adult classes Find out about all of Community Service's youth sports offerings by subscribing to their Community Services Weekly E-Blast, which covers Youth Sports, Senior Services & the Pool.
CHEER - DANCE
Open to children ages 3-8, this fun and high-energy program combines cheer, dance, and movement to help children build confidence, coordination, and teamwork in a non-competitive setting.
Location: Fall Classes @ Memorial Park Amphitheater
Dates: Fall - Sunday's, starting Sept 14
Winter Cheer classes starting in January are also online. Secure your spot at http://www.maplewood.recdesk.com
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NJ PROPERTY TAX RELIEF EVENT
Seniors, mark your calendars: Assemblywoman Garnet Hall & the NJ Division of Taxation will be hosting a NJ Property Tax Relief Filing event on September 18, 2025, at the Maplewood Community Center (120 Burnett Avenue), at 1 p.m. This event is open to those 65 and older, and those receiving federal social security benefits. Registration is required.
Can't make the 18th? NJ Division of Taxation will be hosting lots of these events across the state - find a list of locations and dates at NJ Division of Taxation - ANCHOR Public Events.
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FALL FARMERS MARKET
Summer break may be over, but our 2025 Maplewood Farmers Market will kick it until Nov. 24! Our 2025 market features fresh produce, meats & eggs; local food vendors; free monthly health screenings; and live music on select weekends.
Our market runs every Monday, from 2-7 pm, through Nov. 24, at 1662 Springfield Avenue (near the Springfield Gazebo). Follow our Farmers Market on Instagram for details on vendors, live music & more.
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 Just a reminder, tax bills are due September 25, 2025. The easiest way to pay is with our online AUTOPAY system where you can also register for recurring payments.
Need help applying for social services online? Collaborative Support Programs of New Jersey provides free assistance to sign up for housing assistance, medical appointments, food stamps/WIC, disability benefits & more. Check in at the Hilton Branch Library (1688 Springfield Avenue) on Saturdays, 11 am -1 pm, to get started.
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 fro their newsletter & follow them on Instagram here.
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