South Orange Weekly Digest

Vol.268  February 08, 2024

Welcome to the South Orange Weekly Digest!

The South Orange Weekly Digest gives you all the information you need to stay connected to your community, right here at your fingertips. Below you'll find updates about all the important and fun events happening this week in South Orange.


Black History Month 2024
Hip Hop Dance in the Loft

Hip Hop Dance in the Loft
In celebration of Black History Month, South Orange Village is proud to present: Dance in the Loft Saturday, February 10th in The Loft @ SOPAC! The night will begin with Hip Hop lessons from 6-7pm and will continue with a DJ and dancing until 9pm. (All levels welcome! Beer & wine will be available for purchase (credit cards & electronic payment accepted). This is a family friendly event (children must be accompanied by an adult).
https://www.southorange.org/992/Black-History-Month-2024

SOMA 2 Towns Updates

The Jan/Feb 2024 Newsletter is available now!
After Midnight; Papermill Playhouse Feb 22 1-4 PM
This electrifying musical revue transports you to the Cotton Club of the Harlem Renaissance, an unparalleled time in New York City when jazz and swing were king. Tickets can be purchased online or call 973-378-7754 x2324.
Tax Prep Help; Tues & Thurs Feb-Mar 9am-1pm
AARP will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Skatehouse for tax prep assistance.

SOMA 2 Towns
Erasing SO Borders Walk/Run

Erasing South Orange Borders Run/Walk

Join South Orange resident Stephanie Lawson Muhammad, founder of Erasing Essex’s Borders, on an exploration of the historical borders that defined the boundaries of South Orange within Essex County and how those borders have impacted African Americans over the last 150 years.  Each route will cover approximately 3.1 miles (5k) and incorporate locations and landmarks significant to the African American experience. These events are FREE and run on Saturdays in February.
We ask all participants to register in advance.
The route will be published at: erasingessexsborders.com

Public Works Events

Household Bulk Pickup: Thursday, February 15
DPW will collect household bulk items with the exception of metal and electronics for residents who have prescheduled and paid for this service. There is 6 item limit for this pickup. Bulk Pickup Form
For future pickup dates and to make an appointment, please call DPW at 973-378-7741 ext. 1.

SO logo

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 Meeting on Monday, February 12 at 7 PM
  • Health & Public Safety Committee Meeting on Tuesday, February 13 at 6 PM
  • Community Police Collaborative Meeting on Tuesday, February 13 at 7:30 PM
  • Planning & Economic Development Committee Meeting on Wednesday, February 14 at 8:30 AM
  • Historic Preservation Commission Meeting on Thursday, February 15 at 7:30 PM
  • SO Environmental Commission Meeting on Thursday, February 15 at 7:30 PM
facebook link
instagram link
twitter link

View South Orange Village Alerts & Notifications

View South Orange Gaslight Newsletters

Give us a call! 973-378-7715


Copyright 2023 Township of South Orange Village. All Rights Reserved.
76 South Orange Avenue, Suite 302, South Orange, NJ 07079

Powered by
CivicSend - A product of CivicPlus