Happy New Year!
Welcome to the Two Towns for All Ages Weekly Digest!
Scroll down to the end of this eMail for Property Tax Revaluation information meeting Jan 10th!
BIG NEWS! WINTER edition of the SOMA TWO TOWNS FOR ALL AGES Newsletter is being mailed out! We will be leaving copies at different locations for pick up as well.
https://www.somatwotownsforallages.org/publications
If you would like to be added to our mailing list and have a paper copy mailed to you please email us with your address to: SOMA2Towns.gmail.com
Recycling is changing for Maplewood and South Orange on JANUARY 1st 2023. For South Orange: New dual-stream recycling starts this week with a pick up for FIBERS (cardboard/paper) only. Details: Recycling | South Orange Village, NJ Recycling uses less energy, creating fewer toxins and reducing our carbon footprint. South Orange has curbside single-stream recycling pick up for residents as well as the option to bring various pre-sorted recyclables to the DPW Recycling Center at 300 Walton Avenue.
Please check the town websites for specifics and to find what day you have pick up and for what. It will all start to make sense after a couple of weeks!
Here are updates about all the important and fun events happening this week in Maplewood and South Orange.
Tuesday January 3rd Maplewood Library: G(r)ay Matter Book Group Tuesday, January 3 at 7 pm (virtual) Our January title is High Risk Homosexual by Edgar Gomez https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwrcOqoqz4uH90l_eV2MmHGhIDMtFYOTq5s Cinama labs Theaters at SOPAC Remember Movies are $6 all day on Tuesdays!South Orange Library Book Club When Tuesday, January 3, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Description Rescheduled from last week, 12/27. This month’s selection is “Circe” by Madeline Miller. Copies are available at the circulation desk. We will meet in person in the library meeting room. Any questions? Contact book group moderator Nancy Janow at njanow@sopl.org.
Saturday January 7thTeens helping Seniors with Tech
When Saturday, January 7, 10:00 am - 11:30 am Description Seniors can work one-on-one with a teen volunteer who will provide technology assistance. Please register with the reference librarian at 973-762-0230 or by emailing librarian@sopl.org. "JOY" MAPLEWOOD GLEE CLUB WINTER CONCERT- 2:00 PM 4:00 PM
- St. Joseph's Church
The Maplewood Glee Club’s Annual Holiday concert with this year’s theme “JOY”. It’s a family-friendly holiday concert all about joy and songs that bring joy.
Sunday January 8thMLK LUMINARY DECORATING PARTY- 3:00 PM 5:00 PM
- 133 West Fairview AvenueSouth Orange, NJ, 07079United States (map)
An afternoon of art and fun at the 3rd annual Luminary Decorating Party. Learn about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and decorate luminaries to place outside your home at sunset on MLK Day. Snacks will be provided.
Luminaries will be available for a suggested donation of $10. I
Tuesday JANUARY 10th
SAVE THE DATE!Lunch and Learn
12 to 2 PM
Lunch included
Program Topic: What is REVALUATION?
These along with other questions will be addressed at this information session.
? An understanding of why a revaluation is undertaken
? How it will be accomplished
? What does an increase in assessments mean
Many misconceptions associated with a revaluation can be dispelled if taxpayers are properly informed. Sound assessment administration depends on the understanding and support of a revaluation program.
Presented by Professional Property Appraisers, Inc (PPA). PPA is a licensed
revaluation company that has been committed to serving municipalities throughout
Free Event. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
https://maplewood.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=2819
Start the New Year off right by signing up for classes at
1) South Orange Maplewood Adult School
2) South Orange Recreation and 3) Maplewood Recreation!
Sign up for South Orange Active Older Adult Programs
Classes are held at SOPAC starting in January and run for 10 weeks
Chair Yoga with Tonia Moore, Art Class with Donna Drew-Pack, Zumba with Jackie Collier-Thomas, Tai Chi with Judith Rew
Register on line at https://secure.rec1.com/NJ/south-orange-village-township-nj/catalog
or call 973-378-7754 x2
SOMA Social Work
SOMA Case Manager, Michelle MS
This service is available to older adults (65+) who reside in South Orange or Maplewood.
The SOMA Case Manager and older adults will identify current needs and discuss resources available that can provide support and assistance. The SOMA Case Manager will help facilitate the connection between older adults and community resources.
Support Groups
Bereavement/Grief Support Group (in person)
Monthly
South Orange Library 11:00am-12:00pm
This group is open to residents of South Orange and Maplewood (65+)
All members must reach out to SOMA Case Manager prior to attending to register
Connections (zoom)
Weekly
This group is open to residents of South Orange and Maplewood (65+)
All members must reach out to SOMA Case Manager prior to attending to register
Contact Information Michelle Fiederer, MS
SOMA Case Manager Townships of South Orange Village and Maplewood Jewish Family Service of MetroWest Case Manager
Hikes with South Mountain Conservancy Group
Check out the website http://www.somocon.org/Sign up for hikes on Meet Up TransportationIn South Orange Call 973-378-7715 x 2035In Maplewood call (973) 763-0750Please let us know how transportation works out for you if you try it out!
Kristen Tyler and Amy Stuart
Coordinators for SOMA Two Towns for All Ages
Call: 973-558-0863
Email: soma2towns@gmail.com
Facebook group: SOMA Two Towns for All Ages Group
Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/STTFAA
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