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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.

PRIDE MONTH FLAG RAISING

Wednesday, June 1, 6pm, 76 South Orange Avenue

Join South Orange elected leaders as we raise the flag commemorating Pride month. We'll honor those involved in the Stonewall Riots, stand against bigotry and hatred, show support for LGBTQ+ issues and celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of the members of the LGBTQ+ community. All are welcome.

Pride Month activities continue throughout June. Check our website for a complete listing: SOMA PRIDE

FARMERS MARKET RETURNS
Wednesday, June 1, 2 to 7pm | Sloan St. Lot

The Farmers Market begins this Wednesday with more vendors than ever before. The market will begin Wednesday June 1st and will continue every Wednesday from 2PM-7PM, rain or shine until October 26th in the Sloan Street Parking Lot in the heart of South Orange Downtown. See a list of vendors: FARMERS MARKET

ARTBENDER IS BACK!

Saturday, June 4, throughout the day, various locations
ArtBender is a celebration of creativity and self-expression, happening in and around South Orange, NJ on June 4, 2022 (rain date June 5). Community members are encouraged to gather at “creativity hubs” by starting communal projects in neighborhoods throughout the town. Local businesses are also encouraged to host an arts event. Past ArtBender events have included painting, chalk street art, poetry writing, and music and dance performances. SoundBender includes musical performances throughout Seton Village and beyond throughout the day.

Find an event below and join us! For a complete list of confirmed events and locations, please visit https://www.setonvillage.org/artbender-2022. A printable schedule of all art and music events will be available to view and download.

SOUTH ORANGE DOWNTOWN CELEBRATES PRIDE

Sunday, June 5th, 2 to 5pm

South Orange Downtown is excited to kick off Pride Month with this FREE family-friendly community event in Spiotta Park on Sunday, Jun 5, 2PM-5PM.
Step and repeat to the latest beats with DJ Jimmy B of New Jersey DJ Services, then grab your friends and pose for the camera with fun props in our pop up photo-booth. We’ll have some activities and games for kids of all ages, including a craft corner, Connect 4, Dart Ball, Cornhole and much more plus the ?South Mountain YMCA will be providing a Y-zone with kids activities and games
Don't forget to grab a bite to eat from a local business and dine outside.

Brought to you by our generous superstar sponsor, Lichtman Rabney Group

NORTH JERSEY PRIDE RUN

Sunday, June 5, 9am, Grove Rd & South Orange Ave

Show your Pride colors! This USATF-certified 5K begins and ends in Grove Park, South Orange. Runners and walkers of all ages, speeds, and styles are welcome to participate and show their support for LGBTQ+ equality! Sign up to run!

LATE NIGHT MONDAYS

Announcing our Summer Hours schedule for 2022, beginning Monday, June 1 and continuing through Labor Day. The following schedule is for all Municipal Offices located at 76 South Orange Ave. including the Tax department and Public Works:

Monday 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m.
Tuesday - Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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.

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