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South Orange Commons Groundbreaking Ceremony

Community members are invited to the groundbreaking ceremony for South Orange Commons located at 41-45 West Third Street. The development, which will provide affordable housing for low-income families and adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, is South Orange’s first 100-percent affordable housing project.

The November 3rd event will take place in the community greenspace across the street from the 41-45 West Third Street building site. Community members are invited to join town officials, JESPY clients and staff, and project partners for music and light refreshments from 4:30 – 6:30 PM.

The project was made possible by a partnership between JESPY House, the Township of South Orange Village, Bergen County’s United Way/Madeline Housing Partners, LLC, and Penwal Affordable Housing Corporation. In total, South Orange Commons will contain 26 affordable apartment units. Sixteen units will be for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and 10 units will be designated for families with a mixture of one, two, and three-bedroom units. Other amenities include a laundry room on each floor, community room, and roof terrace.

Free Moderna Omicron Booster Clinic

A Free Moderna Omicron Booster Clinic will be open for South Orange and Maplewood staff and residents 18 years and older on Friday, November 4 from 4-7 PM. Reservations are required. Flu vaccines may also be provided upon advanced request.

Make a reservation

Questions can be directed to 973-762-8120 x4300

Artists Studio Tour

Join us for the 19th annual Artists Studio Tour on November 5 & 6 from 11 AM to 5 PM. The Artists Studio Tour celebrated the artists among us and helps make affordable, local art available to all. Both artists and art collectors alike look forward to this special event, when the local art scene throws its doors wide open. Wonderful art will be available to view in artists' studios, in local businesses, and in several local galleries.
Please visit studiotoursoma.com to view the interactive map.

ATTEND A VILLAGE MEETING

Want to get more involved in your community? Attend a meeting. You will get a first-hand look at all the ins and outs of our town, and it is a great way to participate and make a difference. Please note that meetings are subject to change with short notice. Refer to our events calendar (select ALL calendars) for up-to-date information.

Board of Trustees Special Meeting on Monday, October 31 at 11 AM
Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting on Tuesday, November 1 at 7 PM
Rec, Arts & Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting on Thursday, November 3 at 8 AM at the municipal office

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