Please check websites listed for any last minute changes to this event schedule. Events will be posted on our website at https://www.somatwotownsforallages.org/events
July 1 – July 29
Wellness on the Waterfront, Free
Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex, Cherry Lane, West Orange
The County Executive invites the public to a month-long schedule of free activities to celebrate July as National Parks and Recreation Month. “Wellness on the Waterfront,” includes yoga demonstrations, concerts, movies, and arts and crafts at the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex in July. For the flyer, go to https://essexcountynj.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/wellness-on-waterfront-final-flier.pdf. For more information, go to www.essexcountynj.org or call 973-731-5800 ext 506.
Now through July 11th
Neighbor to Neighbor Program and Registration, Free
Register now by contacting Rev. Brenda Ehlers or the SOMA Two Towns for All Ages office
This summer home-repair program marshals volunteer teams of adults and students to provide home repairs, free of charge to qualifying senior homeowners in the SOMA area. The work will be done July 12th - July 15th, 8 am - 1 pm. If you are interested in volunteering or are in need of home repair services, please contact Rev Ehlers at 973-763-7676 X21 or the SOMA office via email soma2towns@gmail.com or phone,l 973-558-0863.
All Day, Now Through July 16th
Mind Your Mind (Virtual Exhibition), Free
Seton Hall University
“Mind Your Mind: Mental Health, Identity, and Activism” is a virtual exhibition that explores the relationship between mental health, a variety of social issues, and identity within minority communities. The exhibition challenges visitors to question their own understandings of mental health, calling them forth to action in breaking the stigma surrounding these various social issues and mental health. The discussion will include a variety of sensitive topics that may be triggering for some audiences. Please be advised that topics such as suicide, PTSD, self-harm, eating disorders, substance abuse, and racism will be addressed.
https://events.shu.edu/view/event/date/20210701/event_id/13502
Mondays
Maplewood Farmer's Market
Through 11/22/21, 2 - 7 pm
1866 Springfield Avenue (corner of Yale Street and Springfield Avenue)
Farmer's Market- Get your fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, meat, nuts, bread and much more every Monday
Wednesdays
South Orange Farmer's Market
Through October 2021, 2 - 7 pm
Sloan Street Parking Lot, SO
Farmer's Market- Get your fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, meat, nuts, bread and much more every Wednesday
Ongoing
SOMA Grieving and Loss Support Group
Are you grieving the loss of a loved one? Our SOMA Senior Adult Social Worker can help! South Orange and Maplewood residents can contact Carol Berman, MSW, LSW, @ 973.986.4321 or by email at
sosocialworker@southorange.org
Saturday, July 3rd
Village Sunset Music Series, Free
6:30 - 8 pm
Maplewood Village
Linda & The Love Tones is an emerging band with tons of passion and heart. Featuring songs by Linda Miksza, which are mostly sunny, upbeat and fun, Linda & The Love Tones has been described as having a "honey dew sound," and like "a 45," in the style of "Magical Mystery Tour" or "Hello Goodbye."
South Orange Summer Saturdays Music Series, Free
Sloan Street Parking Lot, South Orange, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Lynette Sheard Entertainment (Soul, R&B, Gospel)
Lynette was born in Newark NJ currently resides in West Orange. A self–professed late bloomer who began performing in 2008 after winning a local vocal competition at the Oscar Schindler Performing Arts Center. Lynette has performed on Grammy winning recordings and live theater.
Tuesday, July 6th
COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic sponsored by the Maplewood Chamber of Commerce, Free
Maplewood Senior Center, 106 Burnett Avenue, Maplewood, 10am-2pm
Maplewood Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Township of Maplewood, Maplewood Health Department, and Essex County Health Department, is hosting a COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic. Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson vaccines will be available. Come for your first or second dose. Walk-ins are welcome!
Walk-Ins welcomed. For more information, https://www.twp.maplewood.nj.us/home/news/upcoming-mcoc-covid-19-vaccination-clinic.
Beginners Chair Yoga for Adults 50+, $25 for 5 sessions
Every Tuesday, July 6 - August 3
The Baird Skate House-South Orange, 1:30 -2:30 pm
Chair yoga offers students a gentle way to move through yoga poses with the support of the chairs. Do you know where the SO pond is? Drive down N. Ridgewood, make a right on Mead St. The pond will be on your right. You will see a little building-some times called the Parkees house-that’s the Skate House. Street parking on Mead. Call to register at 973-378-7754 ext 2.
Wednesday, July 7th
Creative Writing, Free
Virtual @ South Orange Public Library, 1 pm
Join SOPL for this virtual creative writing session on Zoom. Each week we'll introduce a prompt, write for a few minutes, and then share what we've come up with! To join, go to www.sopl.org/events/.
Summer Nights Taste the Music Concert Series, Free
Flood's Hill, 7:30 pm
Stuff Bros. Band where each Brother adds his own special something to the musical stew: jazz influences, classical training, original songwriting, urban rocking, country-fried jangles and world beats. By popular demand they're freckling the Northeast together in venues large and small. Whether for the thousands at festive Maplewoodstock, the hundreds at cozy SOPAC and community fundraisers, or the dozens upon dozens at local clubs and house shows, the STUFF BROS live sound keeps people moving and spirits flowing. Check www.SouthOrange.org for more info.
Thursday, July 8th
The Importance of Keeping Hydrated! How Can You When You Hate Water?! Free
Maplewood Senior Center, 106 Burnett Avenue, Maplewood, 1:00 pm
Staying hydrated is crucial for many reasons: to regulate body temperature, keep joints lubricated, prevent infections, deliver nutrients to cells, and keep organs functioning properly. Being well-hydrated also improves sleep quality, cognition, and mood. Come learn about ways to stay hydrated during the summer and year-round even if you don’t like water. Sponsored by SOMA Two Towns. Register at soma2towns@gmail.com or call 973-762-8120, x4006.
Beginners Gentle Yoga for Adults 50+, $25 for 5 sessions
Every Thursday, July 8 - August 5
The Baird Skate House-South Orange, 1:30 -2:30 pm
Outdoors in front of The Baird Skate House under a beautiful shade tree. Do you know where the SO pond is? Drive down N. Ridgewood, make a right on Mead St. The pond will be on your right. You will see a little building, some times called the Parkees house. Right there. Street parking all over Mead. Call to register at 973-378-7754 ext 2.
Friday, July 9th
Special Conversations with Special People, Free
Online with SOPL, 1:00 pm
Guest Speaker: Siri Hustvedt, author, poet, and essayist, lecturer of psychiatry at the Weill Medical School at Cornell University
Topic: Writing For Your Health, go to www.sopl.org to jon the conversation via Zoom or phone.
Friday, Saturday, Sunday
July 9th – 11th and July 16th - July 18th
Juliet & Her Romeo Play, Free
Flood's Hill, 100 N. Ridgewood Rd, South Orange, 8:00 pm
Usher and stage crew volunteers are needed. To volunteer go to https://shakespearesouthor.wixsite.com/juliet-her-romeo/volunteer
Shakespeare in Our Parks, producing in association with American Theater Group, will present this 60-minute play, an elegant abridgement of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Local artists Nathan Darrow and Susan Hyon have assembled a cast of three actors in their teens from Columbia High School who will collaborate with three experienced professionals. A must see!
Friday, July 9th at 6:00 AM - Sunday, July 18th at 6:00 AM EDT
10 days of 10Ks to Benefit MEND (Meeting Emergency Needs with Dignity)
Run/Walk at your pace. The @somafoxrunningclub is proud to participate in 10 Days of 10Ks to support our charity partner MEND @mend.nj and host the run on Day 10! Whether you do one day or all ten, a 5K or a 10K, every step you take makes a difference and every dollar you donate goes straight to @mend.nj and increasing access to fresh food in Essex County. Let’s tackle this challenge together while filling fridges in Essex county! For full details and to donate: visit https://givebutter.com/10Daysof10Ks. For more info about MEND, go to https://mendnj.org/.
Saturday, July 10th
South Orange Summer Saturdays Music Series
Sloan Street Parking Lot, South Orange, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Jacqueline Harmon Johnson (Jazz Jam)
Jackie is a dynamic vocalist and has been singing on the Greater New Jersey/ New York Jazz and Blues circuit for over 20 years. Her fellow bandmates will be Rich Acciavatti, a dynamic bassist, composer, arranger, and vocalist, Richard Pierson, a dynamite drummer and veteran of over 100 recordings and Brandon McCune who is an experienced Professional Musician (pianist, organist, drummer, trumpeter, bassist, vocalist, and choir director). Together they will perform classic jazz and blues standards and in the second set invite the community to join in a jazz jam. All are invited to bring their instruments and sign up to sing or play some jazz.
Rhythm & Words: A creative-writing workshop and performance, 7-8 pm, Fee $12
Maplewood Arts council, Maplewood Division Arts & Culture & Ras Heru present this FUSION event. Each session is anchored in a theme that is reflected in the writing tasks that take place during the event. Each session includes audience participation, discussion, and a Guest Artist performance. This creative writing and performance fusion event will feature Guest Artist poets Rescue Poetix, and Ameerah Shabazz - Bilal. Register at https://maplewood.recdesk.com/Community/Home
Village Sunset Music Series - Ben Williams 3
Maplewood Village, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Ben Williams, whose trombone playing has been hailed by the Audiophile Review as being “soulful and thoughtful, with a rich, expressive sound “. He has extensive performing experience as a freelance artist in the New York City area.
Mondays, July 12, 19, and 26
Senior Wellness Program at St. Barnabas, Free
Online, 10-11am
The Senior Wellness Connection program helps seniors stay connected with virtual classes on a variety of health topics including nutrition. Join by phone or computer for fun activities and incentives to keep you in good spirits and in good health! For class links and more information contact: Molly Fallon Dixon, MS, RDN @ molly.fallon@rwjbh.org. To register, call 973-926-6771
Tuesday, July 13th
Easy Steps to Writing your Memoir, Free
Maplewood Main Library, 7 to 8:30 pm
Our voices are waiting to be heard. Let’s listen to them. Memoirs take many forms. We’ll have fun writing together to discover memories that ask to be put into words. To register, go to Easy Steps to Writing Your Memoir — Maplewood Library.
Wednesday, July 14th
Summer Nights Taste the Music Concert Series, Free
Flood's Hill, 7:30 pm
The Empire
Assembled in the downtown clubs of lower Manhattan this six piece group is not just a band, it's an experience. With a vast song bank of over 300 songs and highly accomplished musicians, no Empire show is ever the same. The Empire boasts the ability to give the crowd what they want, literally. No set-lists are made and no songs are out of the question. Go to www.SouthOrange.org, South Orange Summer Nights for more information.
Saturday, July 17th
South Orange Summer Saturdays, Free
Sloan Street Parking Lot, South Orange, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Radam Schwartz (Organ Jazz) Tribute to Darryl Clark, Hammond B3 Organist and Jazz pianist, has built his reputation over the last 30 years playing with such great artists as Arthur and Red Prysock, Eddie Lockjaw Davis, Al Hibler, David Fathead Newman, Russell Malone, Cecil Brooks III and Jimmy Ford.
Sunday, July 18th
South Orange Summer Sunday, Free
Sloan Street Parking Lot, South Orange, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Nat Adderley Jr. (R&B Jazz) Tribute to Darryl Clark, Nat Adderley Jr. is best known for his work with Luther Vandross. Nat wrote (and arranged) Luther’s first top 20 pop hit, “Stop to Love”, He is an incredible pianist, producer, writer and conductor.
Tuesday, July 20th
Pops in the Pavilion with Maplewood Concert Band, Free
Essex County Paddle Boat House, 7 pm
The Maplewood Concert Band is proud to return to “Wellness on the Waterfront”: Jammin' in July! Bring a picnic dinner, take in the beautiful sights of the reservoir, and enjoy a traditional outdoor summer concert. Admission is always free, donations are always accepted! For more summer events at the Essex County South Mountain Recreation Complex, go to https://essexcountynj.org/wellness-on-the-waterfront-july-events/
Wednesday, July 21st
Creative Writing, Free
Virtual @ South Orange Public Library, 1 pm
Join SOPL every Wednesday for this virtual creative writing session on Zoom. Each week we'll introduce a prompt, write for a few minutes, and then share what we've come up with! Join at
www.sopl.org/events/
Hilton Neighborhood Association 26th Anniversary Celebration, Free
Springfield Avenue Gazebo @ the Hilton branch of Maplewood Library, 7 p.m.
The HNA will hold its 26th anniversary celebration next to the Hilton branch of the Library, off Springfield Avenue. The Maplewood Swing Band will be celebrating with them. This enjoyable evening will feature some great music and the opportunity to be outside with our neighbors and friends!
Summer Nights Taste the Music Concert Series, Free
Flood's Hill, 7:30 pm
Gravy Train
This cover band trio includes a local South Orange resident. Go to www.SouthOrange.org, Summer Nights.
Friday, July 23rd
Special Conversations with Special People
Online with SOPL, 1:00 pm
Guest speakers: Local authors, Laura Sims, Abby Sher, and Pamela Erens
Topic: The Challenges of Writing for Children vs. Writing for Adults, go to www.sopl.org to jon the conversation via Zoom or phone.
EagleMania Live Performance, Tickets $39
SOPAC, 1 SOPAC Way, 8:00 pm
South Orange, NJ 07079
A limit of 200 tickets are available for this socially-distanced, limited capacity event.
Since their inception, EagleMania has been thrilling audiences all over the country with their stunning five-part harmony and their uncanny ability to emulate the unmistakable sound of The Eagles. You’ll hear The Eagles’ greatest hits, as well as some of the solo work of Don Henley, Glenn Frey and Joe Walsh. For more info go to www.sopacnow.org.
Saturday, July 24th
South Orange Summer Saturdays, Free
Sloan Street Parking Lot, South Orange, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
Swing Town (Band Big Band)
Swing Town is Maplewood's own 20-piece big band. Under the direction of Ben Williams, the group's mission is to bring classic swing charts and modern jazz masterpieces to the residents of Maplewood and surrounding towns. The group rehearses twice a month at DeHart Community Center and performs several times a year, including two free concerts (winter and summer) and occasionally in night spots, restaurants, and at benefits for local charitable organizations. Come and enjoy that big band sound!
Sunday, July 25th
Metamorphosis: A Virtual Piano Recital Experience, Free
Virtual via Zoom, 4 pm.
South Orange native and resident, Monica Johnson, will present a classical piano music performance.
After 25 years away from the piano and only 11 months of classical lessons at age 8, Monica got back to her musical roots all thanks to the pandemic, a little bit of faith and listening to her inner voice. Monica decided to turn to the piano to help her cope through one of the most tumultuous years ever and what transpired during the quarantine was absolutely miraculous. Through so much darkness, healing and light were found. She started to teach herself how to play again and in the process her music helped others to cope as well. Their encouragement led her to put on a virtual recital and allowed her to release her first surprise music album entitled, Metamorphosis. Sure to be a wonderful experience!
Go to www.somatwotownsforallages.org events calendar for the Zoom link.
Monday, July 26th
James Ricalton: Maplewood and the World
7-8:30 p.m.
James Ricalton was a teacher, naturalist, world traveler, photographer and author. During his 20 years as an unconventional but beloved teacher and principal in Maplewood, he was a guiding force in shaping our school system. Historian Roger Bailey will talk of Ricalton’s life and travels, his work with Thomas Edison and his adventures as a war correspondent and photographer. This is a virtual program. Register here, https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUtfuyqpjsuGtFUbc9a2U_uv7v0TK5CIMRf .
Wednesday, July 28th
Summer Nights Taste the Music Concert Series, Free
Flood's Hill, 7:30 pm
Marry By the Sea
Their timeless messages of love and empowerment hail from the landscape of our modern world. Their original compositions, pitch-perfect harmonies, and brilliant acoustic interplay of guitars and violin transform listeners, while upright bass and drums further expand their inspiring sound. Go to www.SouthOrange.org , Summer Nights.
Friday, July 30th
Gazebo Concert: Veredict, Free
7-9:00 PM
The Gazebo, 1662 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood
Verdict has been rocking the house from venues as varied as the fabled Stone Pony in Asbury Park to the NFL Owners Meeting at the Super Bowl in Miami. Their polished energy has been fed from the wide-ranging experiences of jamming with Chaka Khan and Stevie Wonder (what a surreal moment to have Johnny whispering the lyrics to Marley’s “Waiting in Vain” in Stevie’s ear since he didn’t know the second verse by heart), to performing “Stir it Up” and Chick Corea’s “Spain” with Prince Ali of Iran sitting in on drums.
The Complete Rolling Stones Tribute Show: Classic Stones Live, Tickets $39
SOPAC, 8:00 pm
1 SOPAC Way, South Orange, NJ 07079
A limit of 200 tickets are available for this socially-distanced, limited capacity event.
From the signature saxophone solo in "Brown Sugar" to the unforgettable background vocals in "Gimme Shelter," every last detail has been accounted for by this eight piece band. Classic Stones Live™ performs all of the songs that are staples of any Rolling Stones show in original tunings. For more info go to https://www.sopacnow.org/events/classic-stones-live/.
Saturday, July 31st
South Orange Summer Saturdays, Free
Sloan Street Parking Lot, South Orange, 6:30 - 9:30 pm
NXSTAGE (Pop Rock Covers)
Founded in 2014, as a spin-off of Seventh Stage, NxStage's casual yet professional approach to music makes what we do enjoyable for everyone, whether at a local bar, restaurant, private party, or street festival. With three vocalists, seasoned musicians, and occasional guest artists, they play fun, danceable Classic, Alternative, and Party Rock covers from the 70's through today.
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