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Ultimate Comedy Night Fundraiser
Oct
30
7:00 PM19:00

Ultimate Comedy Night Fundraiser

The inaugural fundraiser supporting the Columbia High School Ultimate Frisbee program!

This 21+ event will be hosted by SOMA’s own Abby Sher and features sets by Andrea Glaser, Suzanne Stein, and headliner Laz Vic. The event will also include an optional costume contest before the comedians take the stage, a tricky tray with an array of prizes, and adult beverages from SOMA’s own Pallet Brewery.

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Studio Tour SOMA
Nov
1
11:00 AM11:00

Studio Tour SOMA

  • Across Maplewood and South Orange (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

More than 100 artists open their doors to share their own special brand of creativity and art during this beloved community event. Talk to artists in their own studios, start or add to your art collection, view beautiful works of art, and gain a unique and personal view of the life of an artist.

More info, see the artists, view the map.

 
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The Maplewood Strollers present The Rocky Horror Picture Show
Nov
1
7:00 PM19:00

The Maplewood Strollers present The Rocky Horror Picture Show

  • The Burgdorff Cultural Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

The Strollers kick off their 94th season with a rousing Rocky Horror Picture Show Sing-Along!, complete with LIVE shadowcast for the ultimate interactive movie experience! Bring your friends for a fun night of singing. Dress up as your favorite Rocky Horror character and join us! Audience Participation Kits available, and prizes for the best costumes! Let’s do the time warp again!

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Studio Tour SOMA
Nov
2
11:00 AM11:00

Studio Tour SOMA

  • Across Maplewood and South Orange (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

More than 100 artists open their doors to share their own special brand of creativity and art during this beloved community event. Talk to artists in their own studios, start or add to your art collection, view beautiful works of art, and gain a unique and personal view of the life of an artist.

More info, see the artists, view the map.

 
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Diwali Fest NJ 2025
Oct
25
2:00 PM14:00

Diwali Fest NJ 2025

Diwali is the Festival of Lights, celebrating new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. Diwali Fest NJ will be held at the Memorial Park Amphitheater at 145 Dunnell Road, Maplewood, NJ (on the Park side of the Maplewood Train Station) and will have performances, activities, food and vendors.

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SOMA Figure Drawing
Oct
15
7:45 PM19:45

SOMA Figure Drawing

The two hours of drawing to practice your craft in community. All skill levels and all mediums are welcome. Note that this is not a “class” but more of a facilitated session. There’s no instruction, but you’re more than welcome to ask your neighbor for some friendly advice!

To reserve a spot, RSVP and send a $20 Venmo payment to https://venmo.com/u/nicolas-guillen (payment can also be made in cash on the day of the event)

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Wheelhouse Happy Hour: Divine Divas - Female Producers with Bonhomie Wine Imports
Oct
9
6:00 PM18:00

Wheelhouse Happy Hour: Divine Divas - Female Producers with Bonhomie Wine Imports

Featuring female-produced cheeses and wines. South Orange's female-owned and operated Bonhomie will be pouring incredible wines produced by incredible women. Relax and have a good time while trying delicious female-produced cheeses along with charcuterie, nibbles, and sweets. DJ Jen Jones NYC will be spinning the great musical divas on vinyl to also satisfy our ears.

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Fact or Fake? Media Literacy for Kids & Families
Oct
9
4:30 PM16:30

Fact or Fake? Media Literacy for Kids & Families

With author Stephen Chiger -- for ages 7-14

Curious about AI trickery? Can you tell what's real and what's fake? Test your skills with Maplewood author Stephen Chiger in this interactive event for ages 7-14 / grades 3-8

After the games, Chiger will sign copies of Gran and Gram Save Summer – called “the best media literacy book for kids I've ever come across” (Faith Rogow, PhD). This puzzle-packed novel has been compared to The Mysterious Benedict Society, Encyclopedia Brown, and The Phantom Tollbooth.

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