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Thursday September 3rd Patch AM (Patch graphic)

Hey hey Millburn! Your one-stop source for local news is here. Continue reading for all the updates. β˜•οΈοΈ

In today's newsletter:

  • How much Millburn parents now pay for basic school supplies
  • What the Paper Mill Playhouse's new artistic leader means for Millburn
  • No. 16 Millburn volleyball hosts Montclair today at 4 p.m.

Also on today's calendar: Harmony in the House - Live Jazz and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What has 2 arms and a neck but no head? πŸ€” (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 88 and low of 68 degrees. 🌢 Hot!
  • Friday: A t-shower in spots; humid, temps: high: 85, low: 64.
  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 82 and low of 60 degrees.

πŸ“° News we're reading

β€’ A $100 back-to-school supply list? See the shocking price jumps hitting N.J. families. (nj.com subscription) β€” Families in Millburn Township are seeing kindergarten and third-grade supply lists total about $51 and $102 respectively, as inflation and tariffs push up prices on basics like notebooks and tissues. NJ.com compared Walmart prices for several districts statewide, showing how quickly costs add up and suggesting families may save by shopping around or choosing off-brand items.
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β€’ Paper Mill Playhouse appointsΒ Casey Hushionas Associate Artistic Director (tapinto.net) β€” Millburn's Paper Mill Playhouse has named Maplewood resident and veteran director Casey Hushion as its new associate artistic director, starting September 14. She'll help shape upcoming seasons, education programs, and new work development, influencing what shows and opportunities Millburn-area theater lovers and students will see in the 2026–27 season and beyond.
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β€’ Girls volleyball: Results, recaps and photos for Wednesday, Sept. 2 (nj.com subscription) β€” Millburn High School's girls volleyball team, ranked No. 16 in New Jersey, is hosting Montclair at 4 p.m. today in a key SEC matchup. The game is part of a packed statewide schedule, with live updates and results promised throughout the day for fans following Millburn and other top programs.
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    Thursday September 3
  • Underclass Yearbook Photos
    James Caldwell High School West Caldwell, NJ 07007
    8:00 am
  • Undergrad Photos-NG
    Millburn High School 462 Millburn Avenue, Millburn, NJ 07041
    8:00 am
  • Second Day of School - Single Session Early Dismissal Day 12:45 PM
    Torey J Sabatini Elementary School Glenwild Rd, Madison, NJ 07940
    8:30 am
  • Parkinson's Support Group β†’
    Township of Livingston Sunrise - 290 S. Orange Avenue Livingsto
    10:00 am

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πŸͺ§ Patch Classifieds

  • Cedar Grove Home Inspector Builds Free Property-Records Lookup for Every NJ Town
    An Essex County home inspector has built a free website that lets anyone look up the public records behind a New Jersey property β€” building permits... (More info)

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  • Millburn Library Community Picnic Returns This October β€”Mary Moore Read on Patch
  • Johnston & Murphy posted a job opening for Part-Time Stock Associate in Short Hills. Apply here.
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πŸ—ž Nearby News

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Maplewood

  • Applause Home Care Expands to Maplewood Village (villagegreennj.com)
  • Maplewood Porchfest Is Ready To Raise The Roof Sunday (patch.com)
  • Join the Annual Green Bean Gala to Fight Food Insecurity October 16 (villagegreennj.com)

Chatham

  • Chatham Plans September 11 Remembrance Ceremony (patch.com)

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