South Orange Weekly Digest

Vol.279  April 25, 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.


River Day 2024

River Day is our annual, community gathering to clean up our section of the Rahway River while celebrating environmental awareness and education. Now in our 14th year, this family friendly, volunteer, river clean up happens Sunday, May 5th, from 11am-3pm at the Skate House.
To save time in line pre-registration is encouraged.
For updates and Rain Date (May 12th) notifications, follow SOV and the Environmental Commission on social media @southorangevillage and @sogreenteam.

River Day 2024
Spring Jewelry Sale 2024

Spring Jewelry Sale

The Friends of SOPL Spring Jewelry Sale will be held on Saturday, May 4 from 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday, May 5 from 11 AM to 4 PM and will feature a huge selection of jewelry, including hundreds of pieces of fine jewelry, designer jewelry, sterling silver pieces, brand names, precious stones, vintage pieces, earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets, pendants, brooches, men's cufflinks, watches, accessories, and much more, all priced to sell. The sale will also feature quality costume jewelry at very reasonable prices.

For additional information, please visit the event page.

Public Works Events
Spring Cleaning Continues through May 6

  • Branches: 4 inches or smaller in diameter, no roots or stumps will be collected. 
  • Leaves: Place leaves, yard clippings, and garden rakings in brown biodegradable paper bags (no plastic). Leaves should not be raked into the street. 

Grass Clippings: DPW does not take grass clippings under any circumstances. You may contact South Orange Disposal Company to organize a pickup. 
You may find additional information on the Seasonal Information page.

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RX Takeback Day

Upcoming Events

SOPD & RWJB Blood Drive at SOPAC on May 9
PBA Local 12 vs. SHU Women's Alum Basketball Exhibition Basketball Game on May 9
CCR Conversations on Race: Disinformation & the Fight for Racial Equity on May 14
Sound The Siren 5k hosted by the South Orange Rescue Squad on May 19
Greenway Bike Walk Parade in Meadowland Park on May 19

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.

  • South Orange Village Council Meeting on Monday, April 29 at 7 PM
  • Development Committee Meeting on Wednesday, May 1 at 7 PM
  • Design Review Board Meeting on Wednesday, May 1 at 7:30 PM
  • Recreation & Cultural Affairs Meeting on Thursday, May 2 at 8:45 AM

BOT Hot Topics
Ordinances for 2nd Reading/Adoption on 4/29:

  • 2024-09 [INTRO PUB] Ordinance amending and restating Chapter 143 fees by amending Section 13 Land Development

Ordinances for 2nd Reading/Adoption on 5/13:

  • 2024-10 Ordinance Amending Salary Ranges
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