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.

 OKR Goal Setting with Pearl Lui

Jan 28th 10am

Learn how the OKR framework (used by companies like Google and Intel) can help your business, large or small, prioritize limited time and resources to reach long-term goals.

  Free Film Screening and Discussion

Feb. 1

It doesn't have to be all or nothing when it comes to eating meat! Join a free screening and discussion of the documentary "Meat Me Halfway," brought to you by Meat Me In The Middle and the South Orange Environmental Commission. 

Reserve your seat: https://tinyurl.com/343uh9dc

Veggie Vebruary events throughout February

Celebrate simple, fun ways to fight climate change, improve health, and help animals during Veggie Vebruary! Details and RSVPs at https://mmitm.info/veggie-vebruary/

Who are you talking to? Finding your target audience with Sara Madera 

Feb 8th 10am
Get help from the local expert herself. Sarah will help you get on the right track to set up systems for the new year! Click the link for more information

SNAP Crisis Resource Roundup

South Orange & Maplewood restaurants, businesses & organizations are stepping up to create food drives, offer restaurant discounts & raise money for gift cards during the SNAP crisis.

For a look at local restaurants offering discounts, head to: http://bit.ly/4qKs7E1 

Are you a local restaurant or business interested in offering a promotion to those in need? Fill out the Google Form here: https://forms.gle/BMzCjL2MJKJTZgx57

For a roundup of local groups gathering food & donations, scroll through the flyers we've posted into one place on our website.

There is a Community Fridge and Food Pantry where residents can take what they need or donate what they can. The fridge is located at 1926 Springfield Avenue, and is open 7 days a week from 6:00 am to 8:00 pm. Fresh fruits, vegetables, and other perishables, as well as canned goods, can be donated. 

For a rolling update on SNAP resources including food pantries and more, head here: https://nj211.org/njsnap

For a quick resource roundup from SOMSD, see their flyer below. If viewing from your phone, you can screenshot this and the URLs should appear as a link when you view it in your photos. 

Anyone needing assistance or further information can reach out to our Health Officer at healthofficer@southorange.org.

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.

• South Orange Village Council Meeting on Monday, January 26th at 7PM
• South Essex Fire Dept. Management Committee Meeting on Tuesday, January 27th at 3 PM
• Community Relations Committee Meeting on Tuesday, January 27th at 7 PM
• Walk, Bike, Ride South Orange Committee Meeting on Tuesday, January 27th at 8 PM

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