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🌱 MAPLEWOOD DAILY: Everything Going On Today In One Place

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Where are the places you can get your COVID-19 booster shot and a vaccination for kids, and what are the reasons the CDC says kids should get it? That's among the many Maplewood stories and events below.
Where are the places you can get your COVID-19 booster shot and a vaccination for kids, and what are the reasons the CDC says kids should get it? That's among the many Maplewood stories and events below. (Peggy Bayard)

MAPLEWOOD, NJ Happy end of the week, people of Maplewood! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town today, all in one place.

First, today's weather:

Periods of heavy rain with possible thunderstorms in the morning, with as much as an inch possible. See the forecast here.

Here are the top stories in Maplewood:

  1. Maplewood School District Tells Where Kids Can Get COVID Vaccine, Tests (Maplewood Patch)
  2. Murdered Maplewood Teen Moussa Fofana Remembered By Soccer Team (Village Green)
  3. See How Hospitals Near Maplewood Fared In Leapfrog Rankings (Maplewood Patch)
  4. Multi-Family Property Sells for Just Over $3M in South Orange (Jersey Digs)
  5. Paper Mill Playhouse Announces Cast, Team for "A Jolly Holiday" (TAPinto.net)

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Maplewood Patch Notebook For Today

  • Maplewood Village: "One-year anniversary + belated ribbon cutting + an amazing art exhibit = a wonderful evening and celebration of our friends at Chutzpah! Here's to many more years of your delish *award-winning* food! Congratulations to all the artists ..." (Instagram)
  • Trinitas Regional Medical Center: "NJ Burkett, we are very sorry for the loss of your father. It is also a loss for Trinitas. We are truly grateful for the support you and your parents have shown us over the years. Prayers and blessings to you and your entire family durin..." (Facebook)
  • Maplewood Village: "It's an evening of creative vibes in the Village! Meet author Stacey Lawrence at Kimaya Kama and meet artist Aida Jones at Maker + Muse. Stacey Lawrence is a widow, cancer survivor, and veteran CHS creative writing teacher. Fall Risk,..." (Instagram)
  • Trinitas Regional Medical Center: "The Reward and Recognition Team is pleased to announce the November, 2021 Winner of our EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH PROGRAM A big Congratulations goes out to: KIANA BERNARD COORDINATOR, MEDICAL STAFF With 3 years of service THERE'S SOMETHING A..." (Facebook)
  • Trinitas Regional Medical Center: "Happy Radiology Week to the unofficial unsung heroes of healthcare! Radiology Week is Nov. 7-13. So, if you get a chance, please thank a radiologist for their service! #radiologyweek2021 #TrinitasStrong" (Facebook)
  • Trinitas Regional Medical Center: "The Union County Lifetime Achievement Award of the Patriots' Path Council recognizes individuals who exemplify in their daily life the ideals that the Boy Scouts of America expressed in the Scout Oath and Law for more than a century. Rec..." (Facebook)
  • South Mountain YMCA, NJ: "Our tiniest cast member ready for All Together Now! https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/57333" (Facebook)
  • Maplewood Village: "Celebrate the one-year anniversary of Chutzpah Kitchen tonight, 6-9pm! Art exhibit, hors d'oeuvres, and DJ. See you there!" (Instagram)
  • Alzheimer's Association Greater New Jersey Chapter: "Thank you, Simone Thomas, Mission Chair of the Essex-Hudson-Union (EHU) Walk Planning Committee, and daughter, Ava for making personal deliveries of Promise Garden bouquets to our top EHU fundraisers! #Walk2EndAlz" (Facebook)
  • Arts Ed NJ: "Designed to inspire reflection and action. We invite artsed and administrators across NJ to participate as we explore ways to incorporate culturally responsive principles & practices into arts curriculum/instruction. Register Now: https:..." (Facebook)
  • South Orange-Maplewood Adult School: "Have you seen our Silent Auction goodies? There are SO many wonderful things to chose from (and you are supporting a really GREAT cause)! Get your bidding in before November 15th at noon, and find our auction site link at SOMADULTSCHOOL...." (Facebook)
  • South Orange-Maplewood Adult School: "There's still time to get tickets to our fun Fall fundraiser, @FlyingIvories Dueling Pianos! 🍂 SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 13th, 7-9PM 🎹 Gather your friends and family for an exciting evening of musical requests, comedy and fun! Live-streamed v..." (Facebook)
  • Alzheimer's Association Greater New Jersey Chapter: "Attention all #Walk2EndAlz supporters! Between November 12-30, raise $50 and receive a stylish Walk Magnet Frame that highlights the colorful Promise Garden Flowers. Or, raise $250 and receive a silver frame embossed with the Walk To End..." (Facebook)
  • Alzheimer's Association Greater New Jersey Chapter: "This #VeteransDay, we thank and honor all military personnel who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces. Nia Mostacero, a retired senior master sergeant with the U.S. Air Force, who is living with Alzheimer's, says: "Being a servant leader..." (Facebook)
  • South Mountain YMCA, NJ: "Join us for a FREE Member Family Event! Make mini apple pies, play games and enjoy the company of other Y families. Please call to register! 973-762-4145" (Facebook)
  • Alzheimer's Association Greater New Jersey Chapter: "Thank you, Congressman Donald Norcross, for your special message of solidarity for all participants of the Walk to End Alzheimer's. Don't worry, there's still time to show your support. Fundraising continues through December 31. To donat..." (Facebook)
  • South Mountain YMCA, NJ: "Starts Saturday, November 20th. Register Today!" (Facebook)
  • South Orange-Maplewood Adult School: "Local dynamic mixology duo the Barlingual Chicks have created a GORGEOUS exclusive signature cocktail, "The Flying Ivories Fizz," for our The Flying Ivories Dueling Pianos event on Saturday, November 13th 7-9pm. This bourbon-based drink ..." (Facebook)
  • Alzheimer's Association Greater New Jersey Chapter: "Climbing a mountain or walking a trail for The Longest Day is a symbolic and powerful gesture to honor those affected by Alzheimer's. If you are interested in joining our hiking team and the fight against Alzheimer's, go to: https://act...." (Facebook)
  • Maplewood NJ FMBA L-25: "Happy Veterans Day! 🇺🇸 Today, we remember and honor the men and woman who have served and continue to serve this country… Thank You! 🇺🇸" (Facebook)
  • South Mountain YMCA, NJ: "Today's #YDiabetesPrevention tip is to aim for whole grains with every meal. A whole grain sandwich filled with fresh veggies and lean meat is filling and delicious! 🥪 #wellnesswednesday #healthyliving" (Facebook)
  • South Mountain YMCA, NJ: "⭐ Happy Veterans Day! ⭐ Thank you to every veteran and those currently serving. Please share your time of service and branch! #VeteransDay" (Facebook)
  • Trinitas Regional Medical Center: "November is Diabetes Awareness Month and we are celebrating with a Zoom event on Nov. 16 at 4 p.m. Nutrition and diabetes go hand-in-hand. Join us!" (Facebook)

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  • Live Comedy Showcase - Great Food, Amazing Comedy, 1 Great Night! (November 12)
  • Rider University Undergraduate Open House (November 13)
  • UCC launches Eviction Prevention Program at Housing Assistance Seminar on Nov. 13 (November 13)
  • Braven Health Medicare Advantage Plans (November 16)
  • WEBINAR: Sleep Better, Move Better, Feel Better (November 16)
  • Everything You Need to Know About Preplanning a Funeral & Cremation (November 17)
  • WEBINAR: Foot & Ankle Pain (November 18)
  • Holiday Gala and Auction (November 20)
  • Overture Extravaganza Free Concert by South Orange Symphony (November 21)
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About me: Hi! I'm a lifelong New Jersey resident who grew up in Matawan/Aberdeen, Freehold, and Old Bridge. I graduated from the University of Pennsylvania in the 1990s and now live in Hoboken. After college, I spent 20 years as a beat reporter and editor at a newspaper chain in Hudson County, and have written for the Washington Post and Atlantic.com. I've also published two novels, one of which was adapted into a nerdy romantic comedy that's currently streaming on Netflix (called Carrie Pilby). I believe in the power of local journalism to do so much good in large and small ways. Reach me at caren.lissner@patch.com

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