Welcome to the South Orange Weekly Digest!

Here you will receive weekly updates about all the important and fun events in town! The South Orange Weekly Digest comes out every Monday morning to give readers on the go all the information they need at their fingertips to stay engaged.

SOMA Film Festival

The SOMA Film Festival showcases exceptional independent narrative and documentary films in the heart of Maplewood and South Orange. The festival begins with an opening night soiree and screening, ends with a closing night award ceremony and showcases over 100 great films (long and short) in between. The festival is March 19 through the 24. For tickets, please visit eventbrite.

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Metal Pickup

Tuesday, March 19 is Metal Pickup Day for residents who have prescheduled and paid for the service. Residents may bring metal appliances and all-metal items to the Public Works yard during regular operating hours. Pickup requests should be scheduled at least 2 weeks in advance for a fee of $75. For more information and to schedule your pickup, call the Public Works Department at 973-378-7741 x1. For general information on recycling, visit the Village Recycling Webpage.

Bulk Pickup

On Thursday, March 21, 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 a 6 item limit. This is a $75 service scheduled by contacting the Public Works Department at least 2 weeks in advance at 973-378-7741 x1.

Road Work Around Town

During the week of March 18, there is excavation and paving work scheduled for Radel Terrace & Ward Place. The work will be from 8 am to 5 pm and should take no more than 2 weeks, weather permitting. During the excavation phase, your driveway access MAY be limited. During the paving phase, your driveway access WILL be limited. If you need your car, please relocate them to an adjacent street prior to 8 am.
You will not be able to gain access to your driveway until after 6 pm. If you have questions regarding road closures or specific construction issues please contact Deputy Engineer, Ed Gulyas at 973-378-7715 x 2266.

Attend a Town 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 in the town. Please note that meetings are subject to change with short notice. Refer to our events calendar for up-to-date information.

Senior Advisory Meeting on Tuesday, March 19 at 6:30 PM at the municipal office
Community Police Collaborative (CPC) Meeting on Tuesday, March 19 at 7 PM at the Baird
Parking Authority Board Meeting on Tuesday, March 19 at 7:15 PM at the municipal office
SOPL Board Meeting on Tuesday, March 19 at 7:30 PM at SOPL
SOVCA Meeting on Wednesday, March 20 at 8:30 AM at the municipal office
Design Review Board Meeting on Wednesday, March 20 at 7:30 PM at the municipal office
Public Works & Infrastructure Committee Meeting on Thursday, March 21 at 9 AM at the municipal office
Development Committee Meeting on Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 PM at SOPL
Historic Preservation Commission Meeting on Thursday, March 21 at 7:30 PM at the municipal office

South Orange Village Alerts & Notifications

Give us a call! 973-378-7715