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.
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The EmpowerHer Music Series is a celebration of female creativity and artistry. With each performance, we aim to create a space that amplifies the voices of women, fostering connections and inspiration among artists and patrons alike. - Thursday, March 7, 7-9pm: Village Hall Restaurant featuring The Kate Baker Trio (Jazz, Brazilian & Originals)
- Thursday, March 14, 7-9pm: Papillon featuring Valarie Adams (R&B, Jazz, Soul)
- Thursday, March 21, 7-9pm: Toro Loco featuring Viva Flamenco (Latin, Flamenco)
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Crossing Guard Appreciation WeekJoin us for the 2nd Annual SOMa Crossing Guard Appreciation Week from February 26 - March 1. During this week, we encourage the public to thank your local crossing guards with a token of appreciation such as a card, a poster, a hot drink, a treat, or just by saying thanks! The guards will also enjoy gift cards courtesy of the South Orange and Maplewood Police Departments and an appreciation breakfast hosted by JESPY House. Our crossing guards are out there in good weather and bad helping to make our streets safer -- please join us in recognizing and encouraging them this winter! Organized by Walk Bike Ride South Orange, SOPD & MPD, and JESPY House. |
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SOMA 2 Towns UpdatesTax Prep Help; Tues & Thurs Feb-Mar 9am-1pm
AARP will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Skatehouse for tax prep assistance. |
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Watershed Literary EventsWatershed Literary Events kicks off its 2024 season with a reading by poets Roberto Carlos Garcia, Ysabel González, and Jared Harél. The event takes place on Sunday, March 10, at 3 pm, in the South Orange Skate House and is sponsored by the Department of Recreation and Cultural Affairs and the Meadowland Park Conservancy in South Orange.
All Watershed events are free and open to the public. |
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ATTEND A VILLAGE MEETINGWant 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. |
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Ordinances for 2nd Reading on 3/11: Ordinances for 2nd Reading on 3/25: - 2024-03 [INTRO] An Ordinance Amending and Restating the Township of South Orange Village Code Chapter 157 – Fire Prevention in Its Entirety and Amending Township of South Orange Village Code Chapter 143 – Fees, Section 143-10 – Fire Prevention
- 2024-04 [INTRO] An Ordinance Amending Chapter 351, Section 7 Regarding Failure to Provide Access to Replace Water Meters and Chapter 351, Section 12 Regarding Location of Meters
- 2024-05 [INTRO] An Ordinance Amending Chapter 351, Section 15(A) Regarding the Township of South Orange Village Water System as It Concerns the Cost of Water
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