NOVEMBER 2021 EVENTS CALENDAR
Please check with the event organizer for any last minute changes.

 
Ongoing in the Month of November

 
SOMA TWO TOWNS FOR ALL AGES SOCIAL WORKER SERVICES
The Townships of Maplewood and South Orange Village in partnership with Jewish Family Service of MetroWest is offering services to senior residents over 65. Social Worker Carol Berman, MSW, LSW is offering group sessions as noted below for South Orange and Maplewood residents.  If you would like to register or speak with Carol, please call 973.986.4321 or e-mail her at sosocialworker@southorange.org.
  
Maplewood Senior Fitness Classes
Are you interested in signing up for the Recreation Department’s ages 55+ fitness classes? Check out their new class schedule. Each class will run for 12 weeks and are 50 to 60 minutes each; all skill levels are welcome as modifications can be made!  For a schedule and registration information, please visit https://maplewood.recdesk.com/Community/Program
 

Ongoing through November 11

 
Township of Maplewood-Delinquent Properties Tax Sale
The township’s annual tax sale will be held in November for properties with delinquent tax and/or sewer bills from 2020. Township has publicly advertised as well as directly notified affected property owners.  Unpaid balances will result in a lien being placed on the property if not resolved by November 11, 2021.  Residents should address their delinquent status immediately and contact the Tax Department directly at (973) 762-8120 ext. 3000. https://www.twp.maplewood.nj.us/home/bulletins/november-tax-sale-what-you-need-know
 

Monday, November 1

 
Maplewood Garden Club Speaker’s Program
Visit their website for meeting details (maplewoodgardenclub.org), 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Judy Snow, past-president of the Friends of the Frelinghuysen Arboretum and current board secretary, relives an unforgettable tour through large estates and smaller private gardens of Cornwall and Devon. You'll learn about the rich history of the gardens while enjoying views of the lush borders in early summer. 

 
November 1 through November 19

 
Seton Hall Tech Class for Seniors-FREE
SOMA Two Towns for All Ages is partnering with Seton Hall to provide technology instruction for our senior residents this fall.  Seton Hall students will teach seniors to use their technology devices at in person sessions. The program runs weekdays from November 1^st through November 19^th, 3:00 to 4:00 pm at the locations below. Masks are required for all during the sessions. For information about registration, dates, times, and schedule, please visit us at https://www.somatwotownsforallages.org/technology-101. You can also get a registration form at both Town Hall buildings and the libraries.
 
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays sessions will be offered at the South Orange Village Municipal Office, 76 South Orange Avenue, 3rd flr, #302
 Friday sessions will be held at Maplewood Town Hall, 574 Valley Street, First Floor
 

 Tuesday, November 2
Election Day
The General Election will take place on Tuesday, November 2nd

 
Maplewood residents:  Please go to the Maplewood township link for more information about polling sites and hours.
https://www.twp.maplewood.nj.us/home/news/registered-voters-person-early-voting-starts-weekend
 
South Orange residents:  Please go to the South Orange Village website link below for more information about polling sites and hours.  General Election- November 2nd, 2021 | South Orange Village, NJ

 
Friday, November 5
 

Special Conversations with Mila Jasey, NJ Assemblywoman
South Orange Public Library, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 
Join us on Fridays at 1 pm for a virtual discussion on Zoom from a distinguished local guest!  Go to sopl.org for link to join. 
 

Friday, November 5 and Saturday, November 6

 
Neighbor to Neighbor Senior Assistance Program, Free
The Neighbor to Neighbor program, offered by Morrow Memorial United Methodist Church, provides a repair and yardwork service for our local seniors.  Area students, supervised by adults, will help local seniors with simple home repairs and yard work. If you need help getting a job done, please complete the registration form and the release form at our website, somatwotownsforallages.org. You can also get the forms at Maplewood Town Hall and South Orange Village Office.
 

Saturday, November 6

 
Tech Teens Helping Seniors, Free
South Orange Public Library, 10:00 to 11:30 am (and every other Saturday until December 18th).  Seniors can work one-on-one with a teen volunteer who will provide technology assistance using the senior’s device. Please register with the reference librarian at 973-762-0230 or by emailing librarian@sopl.org.
 

Every Saturday beginning November 6

 
Zumba!
Outside the South Orange Skate House at the Duck Pond in Meadowland Park, Free
Beginning Saturday, November 6th, 9:00 am to 11:00 am
A free weekly Zumba class will be held near the Skate House on a drop-in basis only, weather permitting. Come and move your hips to the music and enjoy the natural setting as well. No registration necessary.

 
Saturday, November 6 to Sunday, November 7

 
SOMA ARTISTS STUDIO TOUR 
Various locations throughout South Orange and Maplewood
Dozens of artists from all stages of their careers are participating in the SOMA Studio Tour happening the weekend of November 6-7 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Locations will include artists’ studios in South Orange and Maplewood, along with their front lawns and driveways. Other artists will display at SOMA businesses, or online via interactive media.  Visit https://studiotoursoma.com/

 
Sunday, November 7

 
South Orange Symphony presents JERSEY SCORE
The Woodland at 6:30 p.m., Free
A Chamber Concert of New Music written by New Jersey Composers
Featuring works by: Ting Ho, Frank Gulino, Martin Sedek, Chris Opperman, and Clint Edwards. The South Orange Symphony presents a chamber recital of new music written by composers from the Garden State. Please join us for a lovely evening of music featuring great local talent. Pieces will include music written for strings, voice, and brass. This is event is free, donations encouraged.
Concert will take place in the spacious Great Hall of The Woodland. Dress in layers, doors will be open for ventilation.

Monday, November 8

 
Open Enrollment: Get the Best Health Care Plan for You
Maplewood Memorial Library, 7 to 8 p.m.
Shalini Rajput of New Jersey Citizen Action Education Fund will cover how to obtain, use, and understand the health insurance state marketplace; what is ACA;
health insurance terms explained in simple language; special enrollment period and eligibility; how to get help with the process.  There will be a Q & A.
Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_O9BkTLEyQEKqp2TbbiVoUw
 

Wednesday, November 10

 
Creative Writing
South Orange Public Library, 1:00 pm
Join us twice a month 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! Go to sopl.org events calendar to join.
 

Friday, November 12

 
Special Conversations with Gemma Jordan
South Orange Public Library, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 
Join us on Fridays at 1 pm for a virtual discussion on Zoom from a distinguished local guest!   This week Gemma Jordan, Award-winning Filmmaker for VICE News and NYT, will talk about Capturing Criminal Justice on Film. Go to sopl.org for link. 
 

Saturday, November 13

 
VOLUNTEER FAIR 
The Woodland, 1 to 4 p.m. 
SOMA Two Towns for All Ages Fourth Annual Volunteer Fair.  One of our goals is to find ways of engaging our community, get them involved and have them share their talents with local community organizations.  The fair will engage not only our older residents but all residents in the area. So whether you are new to town or a long time resident, need community service hours or just want to get involved; come and find ways to match your skills and talents with some of the many organizations doing great things in our community.  If you are a community organization that would like to participate, please contact us at soma2towns@gmail.com.  We invite all to join us at this community-wide event.
 
Friends of South Orange Public Library Jewelry Sale
SOPAC Loft, 1:00 to 4:00 pm.  (Pre-Sale for Friends members and donors, 12:00 to 1:00 pm). Featuring a large selection of vintage and costume jewelry in a moderate range of prices. Come and bring your friends. All jewelry donated. Sale proceeds will fund Library services for the South Orange community. Face masks required. Cash or credit/debit cards only.
 
South Orange Cornhole Classic
Sloan Street Lot outside of the Fox & Falcon Restaurant, 1:00 pm?-?6:00 pm
Come challenge your friends and neighbors in the first South Orange Cornhole Classic! Teams of two (2) players will compete for 1st and 2nd place prizes. Matches will be played in the Sloan Street Lot outside of the Fox & Falcon Restaurant. To compete, please register using this link https://secure.rec1.com/NJ/south-orange-village-township-nj/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTE3NjQ4MTI=
To attend, just stop by and enjoy the fun.  ONLY ONE TEAM MEMBER MUST REGISTER.
 

 Sunday, November 14

 
The Evolution of the American Flag
Durand-Hedden House, 1:00 - 4:00 pm
The American flag did not always look the way it does today. From the flag’s creation in 1777 until 1912, there was no standard design. At 2 pm, J. Richard Pierce will help Durand-Hedden House visitors understand how the evolution of the flag’s design illuminates the personal and historical stories woven into the framework of our nation. Drawing upon examples from his Pierce Collection of American Parade Flags, he will explore the timeless appeal the Stars and Stripes holds for generations of Americans. Because no laws governed the placement of stars before 1912, the design was up to the flag maker, resulting in a wide range of creative interpretations over the course of our history.
The House and Country Store will be open from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Proof of vaccination and masks required for everyone’s safety. https://www.durandhedden.org/about

Who is Caring for You?  Services and Support of the Caregiver
On Zoom, 4 pm to 5:30 p.m., Free
Join the Jewish Federation of Greater Metrowest NJ for a virtual conversation about being a caregiver.  This program addresses the needs of a variety of types of caregivers, one of which is caregivers of seniors, including Holocaust survivors. Dr. Jessica Zitter, filmmaker, will share her short film, Caregiver: A Love Story, and introduce a discussion about the important, and often challenging role, of a caregiver. In addition, community professionals will share their expertise and information about local resources.?There will be opportunities to ask questions in breakout rooms. Topics to be covered include: The Sandwich Generation and Caring from a Distance, Adults with Disabilities, Children/Teens with Disabilities, Mental Health Challenges & Substance Misuse, Seniors (including Holocaust Survivors), Memory Challenges. The program is free and open to the public but advance registration is required.  For more information and registration link, please visit https://www.jfedgmw.org/event/caregivers/
 
MAPLEWOOD RECORD FAIR
10AM-4PM at the Woodland.
$3 admission, Under 18 Free.
Questions? soundselusive@gmail.com
 

Monday, November 15

 
A Long Walk Home: Book Talk with Maplewood Author Joe Strupp
Maplewood Memorial Library on Zoom, 7 to 8 p.m.
A Long Walk Home is the true story of Carol Ann Farino, a pretty, popular Columbia High School student who was strangled to death nearly 55 years ago, and whose killer was never found.  But more than just her story, it is also the tale of her younger sister, Cynthia, who was 11 at the time and remains in New Jersey. She spoke to Strupp at length about what happened to her sister, the impact on her then and now, and how police seem to be ignoring her inquiries for information, records and help.  Joe Strupp is an award-winning reporter with more than 30 years of experience in newspapers, magazines, television, radio, and the Internet. His background spans nearly all beats, from the environment to sports. Register at
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkdu2rrjsjHda8IxaFP1cAFGtG4dc5FsJK
 
 

Friday, November 19 – Friday, December 10

 
Pickleball at the Baird Center Tennis Courts
Two classes are being offered to residents through US Sports. Come out and learn to play pickleball with your neighbors and friends. Registration is required using the links below.
Friday, November 19th – Friday, December 10th, 10:00 am - 10:50 am, $55
https://usasportgroup.com/program?pid=81069&site=sports&s=1
Friday, November 19th – Friday, December 10th, 11:00 am - 11:50 am, $55
https://usasportgroup.com/program?pid=81070&site=sports&s=1
 

Saturday, November 20

 
Tech Teens Helping Seniors
South Orange Public Library, 10:00 to 11:30 am (and every other Saturday until December 18th).  Seniors can work one-on-one with a teen volunteer who will provide technology assistance using the senior’s device. Please register with the reference librarian at 973-762-0230 or by emailing librarian@sopl.org.
 

Sunday, November 21

 
South Orange Symphony Presents OVERTURE EXTRAVAGANZA
The South Orange Symphony presents its first Fall concert of the 2021/2022 season with a series of great Symphonic Overtures with Susan Haig as Conductor.  This program will feature music spanning the Baroque through the modern era of classical music. This event is free, donations encouraged.  Concert will take place in the spacious Great Hall of The Woodland.  Dress in layers, doors will be open for ventilation.
 

Wednesday, November 24
 

Creative Writing
South Orange Public Library, 1:00 pm
Join us 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! Go to the sopl.org calendar to join.
 

Saturday, November 27

 
Open Air Holiday Retail Market
Shop local on Small Business Saturday at our Open Air Holiday Retail Market! The Sloan Street parking lot will once again be transformed into a retail destination filled with booths from local vendors and makers. Check the South Orange Downtown site for more details, Upcoming Events — South Orange Downtown
  

Sunday, November 28

 
SWEET PLANTAIN:  A concert presented by Classic Maplewood
The Woodland, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm, Free 
This free family-friendly concert bridges the gap between generations and genres of Latin American music.  The diverse repertoire of SWEET PLANTAIN heavily features the works of notable Latin American composers like Astor Piazzolla, Mongo Santamaría, Aldemaro Romero, and Paquito D'Rivera, alongside the original compositions and arrangements of the quartet’s own members. Separately hailing from Venezuela, Argentina, Russia, and the Bronx, together these musicians give voice to a sound that is both rooted in tradition and entirely new.