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1978 Arts Center Art Exhibition: “Ancestral Call”
Feb 2
1978 Arts Center Art Exhibition: “Ancestral Call”
JUST LIKE A GIRL* - CALL FOR ART
Feb 18
JUST LIKE A GIRL* - CALL FOR ART
interACT Theatre Productions Presents: The Wolves
Feb 20
interACT Theatre Productions Presents: The Wolves
Maplewood Chili Cookoff
Feb 23
Maplewood Chili Cookoff
Harambee Chamber Orchester Presents Jubilee - A Celebration of Great Black Composers
Feb 27
Harambee Chamber Orchester Presents Jubilee - A Celebration of Great Black Composers
Ramadan Moon Lighting
Feb 28
Ramadan Moon Lighting
Durand-Hedden Presents First Lady: The Untold Power of Edith Wilson, a talk with author Rebecca Boggs Roberts
Mar 9
Durand-Hedden Presents First Lady: The Untold Power of Edith Wilson, a talk with author Rebecca Boggs Roberts
The Strollers Present: The Colored Museum
Mar 14
The Strollers Present: The Colored Museum
JUST LIKE A GIRL* Art Exhibition
Mar 15
JUST LIKE A GIRL* Art Exhibition

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JUST LIKE A GIRL* - CALL FOR ART
JUST LIKE A GIRL* - CALL FOR ART

Submission Deadline is March 2nd!

The Maplewood Division of Arts & Culture invites young female artists, ages 10 - 20, to submit their artwork for Just Like A Girl*, a collaborative exhibition at 1978 Maplewood Arts Center in celebration of Women’s History Month. The exhibition, running from March 15 - March 30, 2025, aims to challenge stereotypes and showcase the creativity, strength, and vision of young female artists.

We encourage participants to explore and redefine the phrase Just Like A Girl* through their art—flipping outdated narratives and demonstrating the power, resilience, and brilliance of girls in the creative world.

MAPLEWOOD CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH
MAPLEWOOD CELEBRATES BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Township of Maplewood and Department of Administration Announce Andrea Teutli as the New Manager of Arts and Culture Effective January 13, 2025
Township of Maplewood and Department of Administration Announce Andrea Teutli as the New Manager of Arts and Culture Effective January 13, 2025

Manager of Arts & Culture Job Announcement
Manager of Arts & Culture Job Announcement

The Manager provides leadership and strategic direction for the Division, articulating and activating the powerful ways arts and culture can build and celebrate our diverse community.
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Reimagining Pain Through Art
Reimagining Pain Through Art

Reimagining Pain Through Art Exhibition @ 1978 Arts Center, curated by Maplewood Arts and Culture and Pathways to Trust, is a monumental event celebrating the power of art as a therapeutic medium and a form of resilience amidst adversity. This exhibition emerges as a platform that not only showcases breathtaking artistic achievements but also serves to unite the community through healing and support initiatives.

MAPSO FAMILY FOLLIES TALENT SHOW 2024
MAPSO FAMILY FOLLIES TALENT SHOW 2024

In-Person Auditions - Wed Oct 9, 6-8pm (The Woodland)
Video Submissions - Wed Oct 9 thru Wed Oct 16 (mapsofollies@gmail.com)

Info: //maplewoodartsandculture.org/follies

Last year’s MAPSO FAMILY FOLLIES was such a smashing success, we’re doing it again—and hopefully, this time with you! Save-the-date for this year’s sold-out, standing-room-only, smiling and cheering crowd at The Woodland, Thursday, Nov 21 at 7:30pm. Auditions are Wed, Oct 9th (6-8pm at The Woodland) so start those wheels turning (See FAQs). The more the merrier, we always say, and the more creative, the better. This isn’t a contest but a community talent show full of low-key, multi-generational, old-timey fun! Join us!

Robert J. Miller Oysterfest 2024
Robert J. Miller Oysterfest 2024

The 8th annual Robert J. Miller Oysterfest, a community health event for Melanoma awareness and fundraiser featuring live outdoor music and food, is back at The Woodland on September 7, 2024. In partnership with the Township of Maplewood, since 2015 this MUST SEE event and fundraiser has raised more than $150,000 to support awareness of melanoma and provide essential funds for melanoma research grants and MAPSO families in need.

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Special Performance by Inspirational Dance Group and HNA Fun Quiz about Black History Sponsored by the Hilton Neighborhood Association Thursday, February 20 | 7:30PM Dehart Community Center 120 Burnett Avenue Maplewood, NJ Free Event See Maplew
The Maplewood Division of Arts & Culture invites young female artists, ages 10 - 20, to submit their artwork for Just Like A Girl*, a collaborative exhibition at 1978 Maplewood Arts Center in celebration of Women’s History Month. The exhibi
Ancestral Call Every Saturday and Sunday from 2 to 4 PM through March 2 at the 1978 Maplewood Arts Center. Ancestral Call is part of a PBS American Masters Series Documentary. See Ancestral Call Link In Bio For More Info. #bhm2025 #blackartist #m
In Celebration of Black History Month [words] Bookstore Presents A Book Event with Author Ibi Zoboi Saturday, February 15 at 4 PM Location: [words] Bookstore 179 Maplewood Ave, Maplewood, NJ Event is free and open to the public See Black History
West African Folktale and Storytelling Workshop Presented by BBIA The event will promote West African culture through storytelling, West African dance, the teaching of French language, gifting of meaningful African art presents, and we engage the c
Chef Jesse - A POWFUL lunch, demo, and tasting of his award-winning creole shrimp over crab quinoa. Chef is also treating you to a belated Valentine treat of ‘sinful’ chocolate cake. Free Event - but please register Call (973) 762-8120
West African Folktale and Storytelling Workshop Presented by BBIA The event will promote West African culture through storytelling, West African dance, the teaching of French language, gifting of meaningful African art presents, and we engage the c
Black History Month 2025 Continues... SOMA AileyDance Kids Residency Finale Wednesday, Feb 12 @ 7 PM South Orange Performing Arts Center One SOPAC Way South Orange, NJ 07079 See Black History Month Link in Bio For More Info & To Buy Tickets
Maplewood Library Presents: Books Now and Then Discussion & Author Visit In-person meeting Coleman Hill by Kim Coleman Foote Thursday, February 13 at 6:30 pm Maplewood Hilton Branch Library 1688 Springfield Avenue Maplewood, NJ, 07040 The Bla
In Celebration of Black History Month [words] Bookstore Presents A Book Event with Author Justin Grant Thursday, February 13 at 7:30 PM Location: [words] Bookstore 179 Maplewood Ave, Maplewood, NJ Event is free and open to the public See Maplewoo
Due to the weather forecast, all events taking place at The Woodland, The Burgdorff Cultural Center, & 1978 Maplewood Arts Center have been canceled for Sunday, February 9. The Georgia of the North event, sponsored by Durand-Hedden and the Commu
Maplewood Black History Month This Weekend! See Maplewood Black History Month Link In Bio For Complete Details. @maplewoodtwp @maplewoodvillagenj @springfield_ave
Columbia Futurism Runway Show & Art Exhibit Presented by the Global Majority Achievement Club Experience the Future!! As GMAC and young innovative creators showcase brilliant futuristic collections and skilled crafts in our Black History Month
The Georgia of the North/Black Women and the New Jersey Civil Rights Movement Dr. Hettie Williams, author of The Georgia of the North: Black Women and the Civil Rights Movement in New Jersey will speak about Black Women and Civil Rights. Dr. William
Maplewood Township Committee Black History Proclamation Tuesday, February 4 | 7:30PM Maplewood Municipal Building 574 Valley Street Maplewood, NJ 07040 @maplewoodtwp
Ancestral Call Opening Exhibition Today Starting at 2PM. Not be be missed! "I want the work to be a perfect rendering of emotion and a spiritual tugging of the whole self." Danielle Scott Ancestral Call is part of a PBS American Masters S

The mission of the Division of Arts & Culture, under the Community Service Department is to foster a creative community of artists and organizations, enhancing the quality of life for residents of Maplewood by ensuring that artistic and cultural experiences are inclusive and accessible to all.