Jewelry Sale

The Friends of the South Orange Public Library will hold their first-ever Jewelry Sale to Benefit the SOPL

The Friends of the South Orange Public Library will hold their first-ever Jewelry Sale on Saturday June 12, 2021, 11am-5pm, in the Library parking lot. The rain date is Saturday June 19. 

The sale will feature a large selection of vintage...

Governor Murphy Announces Easing of COVID-19 Restrictions

Governor Murphy announced the easing of restrictions, including a removal of all percentage capacity limits for indoor and outdoor businesses, a lifting of the prohibition on indoor bar seating, and an end to the outdoor gathering limit.

As detailed below, some changes will take effect on Friday, May 7, with others taking effect on Wednesday, May 19, in coordination with both New York and Connecticut.

The following changes will take place on Friday, May 7:

• Outdoor gatherings limit ...

SOMA Celebrates Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2021

South Orange Village and Maplewood Township, together with SOMA Cross Cultural Works and the AAPI Community, unite to recognize and celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with family-oriented events during the entire month of May.

South Orange Village and Maplewood Township, together with SOMA Cross Cultural Works and the AAPI Community, unite to recognize and celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 2021 with family-oriented events during the entire month of Ma...

Mulch Delivery

Large quantity shredded wood and humus product is available to order through the Department of Public Works.

Residents may schedule a delivery of 2-5 cubic yards of either shredded wood (double hammer-milled, medium-textured, hardwood mulch)  or humus (decomposed leaves)  for their gardens. These products are not filtered, treated, or ...

Container Days 2021

Due to overwhelming demand the South Orange Container Day appointments have been discontinued and the DPW is returning to a “first-come, first-served” basis.

Therefore, your previously scheduled appointment is no longer necessary and has been canceled.

Delays are expected but DPW staff will be on hand to move everyone along at a swift, steady, safe pace.

Please remember:

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Recycling Guidelines

Please reference the recycling guide to ensure only acceptable material is placed out for curbside collection.

Some recent changes include-

Plastics #1, #2, & #5 can be placed in the Toter for curbside collection

pizza boxes are not permitted for curbside collection due to contamination

Baird Center Closed for Construction

Please be advised that the Baird Center, 5 Mead Street, is closed for construction until further notice.

There is no access to the building or related facilities; the public is not allowed inside the construction fence for any purpose. For the convenience and safety of those using the parks and practice fields portable toilets have been placed outside of the...

COVID-19 Vaccine Comes to Essex County

Click "Vaccine Overview" to learn how to register and help by volunteering.

Face Coverings Required in South Orange Parks

All residents in South Orange must have a face covering while using the parks.

TOWNSHIP OF SOUTH ORANGE VILLAGEEXECUTIVE ORDER

WHEREAS, The Governor’s Executive Order 143, states that all employees and visitors are strongly encouraged to wear face coverings when present on the public and private beaches, lakes, and lakeshor...

Coronavirus - What You Need To Know

All the latest surrounding the Coronavirus