| | Sip Club at Orange Lawn π· Thursday, May 14
7:30-9:30pm
ADULTS ONLY more
Join Us For a Special Sip Club at Orange Lawn Tennis Club!
Mix and mingle at a private version of OLTC's coveted monthly "Sip Club" - a great evening of wine tasting with accompanying bites at Orange Lawn Tennis Club.
Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or just looking to enjoy a kid-free night out, guests will enjoy a curated selection of 4 wines, along with delicious food pairings, all while supporting the PTA... Cheers to that! Hosted by the Tragash, Breault, Felix, Gaiti and Singel Families. | | $75.00 | sold out
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| | Sunset, S'mores & a Movie (with Mr. Kelly & Ms. Ducharme) Friday, May 15th
6:30-8:30pm more
Join Mr. Kelly and Ms. Ducharme for a fun night of S'mores and a movie! Students may be dropped off, but parents are also welcome to join!
Friday, May 15th 6:30-8:30 pm Field behind the big school (with S'mores making on the McLaughlin's back patio)
Open to 4PKJD students only, please! | | $15.00 |
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| | Forest School Adventure πΏ Saturday, May 16th
10am-11:30am
South Mountain Reservation
K - 2nd GRADE ONLY! more
K-2 families are invited to join us for a Forest School class on May 16th from 10:00–11:30 AM at the South Mountain Reservation.
Step into the magic of Maplewood Outside School—camp style! Children will have the chance to play, climb, explore, and fully immerse themselves in nature—just like a day at camp. It’s a relaxed, joy-filled time to connect, get a little muddy, and experience the wonder of outdoor learning together.
Please note:
- This is not a drop-off event—all children must be accompanied by an adult
- The event will take place rain or shine
- Please bring a snack
Hosted by Natalia Naranjo and led by a teacher from Maplewood Outside School.
Come dressed for the outdoors and ready to explore! π² | | $25.00 |
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| | Kindergarten Cafe βοΈ Thursday, May 21st
10:50-11:30
K ONLY more
Join Team K for a special lunchtime treat! On Thursday, May 21st, from 10:50–11:30 AM, Mrs. Watkinson, Mrs. Mondelli, Ms. Prisco, and Ms. Ciuba will host a fun and relaxed “Kindergarten Café” picnic at the Annex.
Two students from each kindergarten class (Team MW, Ciuba, and Prisco) will be invited to bring their lunch and enjoy a special time eating together, playing games, and connecting with the teachers outside the usual classroom routine.
This event will take place rain or shine—if the weather doesn’t cooperate, the fun will move indoors to a classroom.
A cozy, joy-filled break in the day with Team K—sure to be a memorable experience for our youngest learners!

| | $25.00 | Class: Team MW sold out
Ciuba sold out
Prisco sold out
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| | Ice Cream Sundae & Games with Ms. Dyer and Mrs. Roig Thursday, May 21st
2:33 - 3:30 pm more
Join Ms. Dyer and Mrs. Roig for some ice cream sundaes and games.
Thursday, May 21st 2:33 - 3:30 pm
Open to Big School students only, please! | | $15.00 |
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| | Ice Cream Sundae & Games with Mrs. Juhlin Thursday, May 21st
2:33 - 3:30 pm more
Join Mrs. Juhlin for some ice cream sundaes and games.
Thursday, May 21st 2:33 - 3:30 pm
Open to Big School students only, please! | | $15.00 |
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| | 2nd Bi-Annual Cannaboss Magic Mixer Friday, May 29th
6:00 - 8:00 PM more
Please join us for the 2nd Bi-Annual Cannaboss Magic Mixer! Enjoy a special appearance by the local Cannaboss Lady, featuring cannabis education and spark magic with an expert.
Light snacks and beverages will be served.
Hosted by the Zappulla & Higgins Families | | $35.00 |
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| | Family Fun Run ππΌππΏ Saturday, May 30th, 9:00AM more
Lace up your sneakers and join us for a Family Fun Run on Saturday, May 30th at 9:00 AM. This relaxed, family-friendly run features a ~5K route. Come for the movement and stay for the community! After the run, enjoy muffins, juice and coffee.
Details:
- Distance ~5K
- Cost $15 per runner
- All ages welcome
- Feel free to run or walk
Hosted by the Pelak-Atherton family, this is a great way to get outside, connect with the school community—all while having fun together! | | $15.00 |
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| | Trivia Night @ Pallet π» Tuesday, June 2nd
7:00 - 10:00 pm (Trivia starts at 7:30pm) more
Too young to be Gen-X, but thankful you grew up before tech and social media? Ready to team up for a fun night of 90's and 2000's Xennials trivia?! Join us at Pallet Brewing Co. for a night of good friends, trivia, and awesome beer- all benefitting SMS! Tickets include entry for trivia + first drink. Participate in the 50/50 raffle, further benefitting our Superstars!
Date: Tuesday, June 2nd Time: 7:00 – 10:00 PM (Trivia starts at 7:30pm) Cost: $35 per adult
Hosted by: The Coenen-Larkin, Egal, Hausman-Granholm, Meny, and Sklaver families.
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| | Oh Canary Open Studio π¨ Wednesday, June 3rd
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Oh Canary more
Calling all SMS resident artists! π¨ Join us for a fun and creative afternoon with Open Studio time at Oh Canary. Students will have the freedom to explore, make, and create in a relaxed, inspiring studio environment.
This special session is open to Kindergarten through 2nd Grade students and is a perfect chance to get hands-on with art, try new materials, and let imaginations run wild.
Studio time generously donated by Oh Canary!
Details: Wednesday, June 3rd 4:30 – 5:30 pm Oh Canary, South Orange | | $25.00 |
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| | Meet the Kindergarten Parents! Thursday, June 4th
7:30pm more
Join us for a fun, relaxed evening to connect with fellow Kindergarten parents from the Class of 2038 on Thursday, June 4th at 7:30 pm. Come mix, mingle, and start building friendships as we kick off the years ahead together.
BYOB, light snacks will be provided.
$30 per family (adults only please).
Hosted by the Kindergarten Committee. | | $30.00 |
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