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1. The Art Generators Present 'Delightfully Strange', Opening Oct. 2 on Newark Way (villagegreennj.com) — Maplewood art lovers can explore "Delightfully Strange," a new group exhibition opening Friday, October 2, from 6–8 p.m. at The Art Generators' pop-up gallery on Newark Way. The free show, running through October with evening hours Thursday–Sunday, highlights unusual and affordable works by local and regional artists, and TAG is already inviting Maplewood creators to submit pieces for November's "Roots" exhibit.
2. Local Safety Net Programs Brace for Cuts in SNAP and Medicaid as Oct. 1 Nears (villagegreennj.com) — Maplewood residents relying on Medicaid or SNAP should prepare for October 1 federal changes that could cut coverage and food benefits, while putting more strain on local services. The Maplewood Health Department is expanding Community Food Access hours, free health screenings, and partnerships at its Community Support Center and Senior Center, and nonprofits across Essex County are bracing to serve more neighbors in need.
3. Maplewood Strollers presents 50th Anniversary Screening of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" with live Shadowcast (newjerseystage.com) — Maplewood residents can plan ahead for a raucous night out when the Maplewood Strollers host a 50th anniversary screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show with a live shadow cast at the Burgdorff Center on Saturday, November 7. The interactive show starts at 7 p.m., with $10 tickets, audience participation kits, and special recognition for anyone dressed as Frank-N-Furter.
4. Essex County Daily Buzz: Sep. 28, 2026 (jerseybee.org) — Maplewood residents have several key events this week, including a mobile MVC unit at the Maplewood Community Center and a youth art workshop at the 1978 Maplewood Arts Center, both on Oct. 2. Maplewood Avenue will also close for a 'Summer Streets' pedestrian plaza on Oct. 3, alongside library programs and a South Orange-Maplewood social skills group for young children.
5. R&B Singer SZA Inducted To New Jersey Hall Of Fame (hot97.com) — Maplewood can claim a new Hall of Famer: R&B star SZA, who grew up locally and attended Columbia High School, has been inducted into the New Jersey Hall of Fame's Class of 2026. Her honor recognizes multiple Grammys, record-breaking tours, and billions of streams, tying Maplewood's name to one of contemporary music's most influential artists.
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