Name: Irvington and Maplewood Families: Free Q&A on Christmas Shipments to Ghana, Nov 27
Start: 2026-11-27T20:00:00-05:00
Location: Online via TikTok LIVE

Online via TikTok LIVE 

Many Irvington and Maplewood households send a barrel or box home every Christmas. On Friday, November 27 at 8:00 PM, Guldstreet Shipping answers questions live and free on TikTok (@guldstreetshipping): what to pack, how to avoid surprise fees at the port, how pickups work (we come to your door, and New Jersey pickups run through November 28), and how to check a bill before you pay. One hour, nothing to sign up for. Ask ahead: (551) 800-2125.

Local Event: Irvington and Maplewood Families: Free Q&A on Christmas Shipments to Ghana, Nov 27

Essex County

Jamie Gatlin

New York City Metropolitan Area

Maplewood

New Jersey

Irvington and Maplewood Families: Free Q&A on...

Many Irvington and Maplewood households send a barrel or box home every Christmas. On Friday, November 27 at 8:00 PM,...

Irvington and Maplewood Families: Free Q&A on Christmas Shipments to Ghana, Nov 27

South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC)

Studio Tour SOMA (South Orange / Maplewood) hosts its annual, admission-free event on Saturday, November 7, and Sunday, November 8, 2026. This year, 100+ professional and emerging visual artists display and sell their work across 35 of their studios and public locations throughout Maplewood and South Orange.&nbsp; The event is an opportunity for those starting or expanding their art collection. It encourages direct connections between artists and the community.
Since its founding in 2003, Studio Tour SOMA has drawn visitors from across the tri-state area. The event offers attendees an authentic glimpse into local creative studios while supporting artists across all career stages, from emerging creators launching their artistic journeys to established talent expanding their bodies of work.
All artwork is for sale
Stop at the SOPAC in South Orange to see works by most of our artists in the "Unveiled 26" show at the Herb &amp; Milly Ibis Gallery at SOPAC. While you are there make sure to visit the Loft. We have 5 other venues within a 5 minute walk.&nbsp; For a rewarding experience, start early and to visit as many tour sites as you can.&nbsp;
For an interactive map, location listings, and a preview of participating artists' work, visit <a href="https://studiotoursoma.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">studiotoursoma.com</a>.
Where the art will be:
SOPAC Iris Gallery|1978 Arts Center | DeHart Community Center | Maplewood Senior Center | The Parlor at the Woodland | The Loft at SOPAC |CINC&nbsp; |The Skate House | The Baird | JESPY|&nbsp;
In Maplewood | 44 Dunnell Rd|174 Jacoby St| 12 Salter Pl | 52 Burnet St | 53 South Mountain Avenue| 4 Cottage Court | 29 Concord Ave | 19 Sunset Terr | 22 Burnett Terrace | 47 Coolidge Rd | 28 Maplewood Avenue | 71 Oakview Ave | 
In South Orange | 414 Lenox Place | 65 South Centre Street | 65 Valley Street|&nbsp; 57 South Orange Ave | 42 Blanchard Road | 2 Woodland Crescent | 91 Arnold Terrace | 45 Warren Court | 9 West South Orange Ave - Apt 314 | 356 Melrose Place&nbsp; | 116 South Centre Street | 8 Franklin Terrace

Local Event: Studio Tour SOMA Returns November 7–8 to Showcase Local Visual Artistry

Studio Tour SOMA Returns November 7–8 to...

Studio Tour SOMA (South Orange / Maplewood) hosts its annual, admission-free event on Saturday, November 7, and Sunday,...

Studio Tour SOMA Returns November 7–8 to Showcase Local Visual Artistry

Durand-Hedden House & Garden

In conjunction with <a href="https://studiotoursoma.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Studio Tour SOMA</a>, the Durand-Hedden House Historic House Museum will display professional and amateur photographs of sites that are part of the histories of Maplewood and South Orange. Photos will use pre-digital formats, including nineteenth-century photographic processes including pinhole cameras, salt prints, and cyanotypes. The exhibition will be at Durand-Hedden's Carriage House. Register for free at <a href="https://www.durandhedden.org/dhh-events/my-mapso-photography?utm_source=patch&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=my_mapso_nov2026&amp;utm_content=calendar_listing" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">DurandHedden.org</a>.

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My MAPSO: A Curated Photography Exhibition

In conjunction with Studio Tour SOMA, the Durand-Hedden House Historic House Museum will display professional and amateur...

Ben Niles Open Studio Tour of new prints and paintings, Saturday and Sunday, November 7-8 11am to 5pm

Local Event: Ben Niles Open Studio Tour

South Orange

Ben Niles Open Studio Tour

Ben Niles Open Studio Tour of new prints and paintings, Saturday and Sunday, November 7-8 11am to 5pm

35+ Artists’ Studios and Public Art Venues in South Orange and Maplewood

Join STUDIO TOUR SOMA 26 (South Orange / Maplewood) for its annual, free event on Saturday and Sunday, November 7–8, 2026. More than 100 professional and emerging visual artists will open 35 studios and public locations across Maplewood and South Orange to display and sell their work. It’s a perfect opportunity to begin or grow an art collection and connect directly with the artists.
Since 2003, Studio Tour SOMA has drawn visitors from across the tri-state area to experience the creativity thriving in our community. Local artists open their doors to share their work, process, and creative journeys - whether they’re just starting out or have long-established practices.
All artwork is for sale
Kick off your experience with UNVEILED 26, an exhibition featuring works by over 60 Studio Tour artists at the Herb + Milly Iris Gallery at SOPAC, running from September 17 to November 8, 2025. While you are there, be sure to visit the Loft. We have five other venues within a five-minute walk.&nbsp; For a rewarding experience, start early and visit as many tour sites as you can.&nbsp;
Interactive map, locations, and artist previews: <a href="https://studiotoursoma.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">studiotoursoma.com</a>
Where the art will be:
In South Orange&nbsp;
SOPAC Iris Gallery and The Loft | CINC (Creative in Common) | The Skate House | The Baird | JESPY&nbsp;
414 Lenox Place | 65 South Centre Street | 65 Valley Street|&nbsp; 57 South Orange Ave | 42 Blanchard Road | 2 Woodland Crescent | 91 Arnold Terrace | 45 Warren Court | 9 West South Orange Ave - Apt 314 | 356 Melrose Place&nbsp; | 116 South Centre Street | 8 Franklin Terrace
In Maplewood&nbsp;
The Parlor at the Woodland | 1978 Arts Center | DeHart Community Center | Maplewood Senior Center&nbsp;
44 Dunnell Rd | 174 Jacoby St| 12 Salter Pl | 52 Burnet St | 53 South Mountain Avenue | 4 Cottage Court | 29 Concord Ave | 19 Sunset Terr | 22 Burnett Terrace | 47 Coolidge Rd | 28 Maplewood Avenue | 71 Oakview Ave&nbsp;

Local Event: Studio Tour SOMA 2026

Studio Tour SOMA 2026

Join STUDIO TOUR SOMA 26 (South Orange / Maplewood) for its annual, free event on Saturday and Sunday, November 7–8, 2026. More...

St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church

The Choir and Soloists of St. Joseph Church will perform a concert to celebrate and thank all veterans of the United States Armed Forces.
The program will include Battle hymn of the Republic, What a Wonderful World, God Bless America, Anthems of each branch of service, and more. This concert is free admission

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The Choir and Soloists of St. Joseph Church will perform a concert to celebrate and thank all veterans of the United States...

The Professional Musicians of St. Joseph Church, and the 20 voice choir, will present an exciting program of music honoring Veterans of the United States Armed Forces. The concert is free, no tickets required

The Professional Musicians of St. Joseph Church, and the 20 voice choir, will present an exciting program of music honoring...

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