South Orange Weekly Digest

Vol.269  February 15, 2024

Welcome to the South Orange Weekly Digest!

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.
Black History Month 2024

Free Screening: Black Art: In the Absence of Light
Sunday, February 25, 3:15pm, The Village at SOPAC
Inspired by the work of the late artist and curator David Driskell, this illuminating documentary spotlights the indelible contributions of some of the foremost African American artists in today's contemporary art world, including Theaster Gates, Kerry James Marshall, Faith Ringgold, Amy Sherald, and many more.

SOMA 2 Towns Updates

The Jan/Feb 2024 Newsletter is available now!
After Midnight; Papermill Playhouse Feb 22 1-4 PM
This electrifying musical revue transports you to the Cotton Club of the Harlem Renaissance, an unparalleled time in New York City when jazz and swing were king. Tickets can be purchased online or call 973-378-7754 x2324.
Tax Prep Help; Tues & Thurs Feb-Mar 9am-1pm
AARP will be available on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Skatehouse for tax prep assistance.
SOMA 2 Towns
Erasing SO Borders Walk/Run

Erasing South Orange Borders Run/Walk

Join South Orange resident Stephanie Lawson Muhammad, founder of Erasing Essex’s Borders, on an exploration of the historical borders that defined the boundaries of South Orange within Essex County and how those borders have impacted African Americans over the last 150 years.  Each route will cover approximately 3.1 miles (5k) and incorporate locations and landmarks significant to the African American experience. These events are FREE and run on Saturdays in February.
We ask all participants to register in advance.
The route will be published at: erasingessexsborders.com

Public Works Events

Metal Pickup: Tuesday, February 20
DPW will pickup metal recyclables for residents who have prescheduled and paid for this service. There is 6 item limit for this pickup. Metal Pickup Form
For future pickup dates and to make an appointment, please call DPW at 973-378-7741 ext. 1.
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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.

  • SO Senior Advisory Committee Meeting on Tuesday, February 20 at 5 PM
  • SO Parking Authority Meeting on Tuesday, February 20 at 7 PM
  • SO Public Library Board Meeting on Tuesday, February 20 at 7:30 PM
  • South Orange Downtown Board Meeting on Wednesday, February 21 at 8:30 AM
  • Public Works & Utilities Committee Meeting on Thursday, February 22 at 8 AM
  • Finance & Capital Project Meeting on Thursday, February 22 at 9 AM

BOT Hot Topics
Ordinances for 2nd Reading on 3/11:

  • Ordinance #2024-01: [INTRO] Ordinance approving and adopting a revised Charter
  • Ordinance #2024-02: Ordinance extinguishing a certain easement recorded in Essex County Register Office
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