42 Things to Do in the Montclair + North Jersey Area | August 25-28

It’s time to plan a fun weekend in Essex County before fall and back-to-school season starts. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with an End of Summer Flamingle at Pharmacie Bar + Kitchen, showings at The Clairidge, Nine Deeez Nite at Just Jake’s, and more. Check out the list of all the events happening this weekend, August 25th – August 28th.

Disclaimer: These events are included editorially as a community resource, and The Montclair Girl is not affiliated with hosting unless explicitly stated. For the most up-to-date and accurate info including inclement weather cancellations, please contact the host directly.

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Montclair Girl’s Real Estate Directory

Just Launched | BROWSE DIRECTORY

The Montclair Girl readers are always seeking recommendations on everything from real estate rental buildings and condos for sale in the North Jersey area, so we thought it’d be helpful to create a guide to these buildings and homes. Meet our new Real Estate Directory, a curated (and ever-growing) list of real estate buildings in the greater North Jersey area. Discover these local real estate properties, compare and connect for tours, and keep checking back as the directory will be updated on a routine basis with new listings.

Check out the directory and browse properties here, and to learn more about MG’s Real Estate Directory, click here.

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Thursday, August 25th | 10AM – 4PM

Montclair Public Library’s Navigator will meet with individuals to help improve their digital literacy, guide them toward new employment, or develop new skills in general. This event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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The Corner Book Club at Montclair Public Library

Thursday, August 25th | 11AM – 12PM

This librarian-led group discussion will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Codey Arena Adult Skating Session

Thursday, August 25th | 11:45AM

This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.

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Thursday, August 25th | 7PM – 9:30PM

Enjoy music, comedy, poetry, and drama at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Friday, August 26th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM

Enjoy this quintet at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Friday, August 26th | 8PM

This event will be held at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

Nine Deeez Nite at Just Jakes

Friday, August 26th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM

This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station

Saturday, August 27th | 8AM – 1PM

The Montclair Farmers’ Market brings together an array of local farmers and food artisans, offering fresh fruits & vegetables, meats, poultry, fish, cheeses, prepared foods, baked goods, condiments, honey, flowers, wine, pickles, and much more. This event will be held at 86 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Full Nine at Just Jakes

Saturday, August 27th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM

This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Wonders of the Wild at the Turtle Back Zoo

Saturday, August 27th | 1PM – 3PM

This event is an opportunity to participate in supplementary science and nature-themed programs and projects that facilitate scientific literacy and life-long environmental stewardship. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.

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Forest Mushrooms at Essex County Environmental Center

Wednesday, August 31st | 5:30PM – 7PM

Explore the local forest for gilled, pored, ridged, and toothed mushrooms and create air-dry clay replicas of what you find. This event will meet at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue in Roseland. Learn more here.

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Music Mondays: Deck the Hands Performance at Montclair Public Library

Monday, August 29th | 5PM – 6PM

This family-friendly performance will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Codey Arena Adult Skating Session + Public Skating Session

Tuesday, August 30th | Various times

This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.

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Open Level Pilates on the Mat at Montclair Public Library

Tuesday, August 30th | 11AM – 11:45AM

This classic Pilates series is a virtual event. Learn more here.

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South Orange Summer Nights at SOPAC

Wednesday, August 31st

Enjoy free concerts, food trucks, activities, and more at Floods Hill in Meadowland Park, 100 N Ridgewood Road in South Orange. Learn more here.

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Cream Tea on Wednesdays at Reeves-Reed Arboretum

Wednesday, August 31st | 2PM

Enjoy an exquisite Cream Tea with The Secret Tea Room whilst overlooking the gardens and grounds at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.

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Wednesday, August 31st | 6:30PM – 9:30PM

This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Virtual Meditation at Van Vleck House + Gardens

Wednesday, August 31st | 7PM – 9PM

This evening meditation class is a virtual event. Learn more here.

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Taylor Jenkins Reid at Temple Ner Tamid

Wednesday, August 31st | 7PM

Recieve a signed copy of Carrie Soto is Back at 936 Broad Street in Bloomfield. Learn more here.

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Montclair Fund for Women | 41 Watchung Plaza

Originally known as the Young Colored Women’s Christian Association, this organization was founded by African American women who came to Montclair in search of education, employment, + opportunity. As time passed, the organization not only changed its name, but also joined forces with women of all backgrounds + became a prominent force in the community. Since its inception, the Montclair Fund for Women has given over $800,000 in grants to provide opportunities to women. Learn more here.

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National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals | Northern New Jersey

This national organization has made itself available to real estate agents in various areas of the country. Its north New Jersey chapter is dedicated to championing homeownership for Latinx individuals in this covering region. Thanks to the Board of Directors, community events that support both homeowners, as well as Hispanic real estate professionals, are available. Learn more here.

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The Montclair Inn | 27 Hillside Avenue

Affordable housing for senior citizens that includes food, mobility access, wifi, + more can be difficult to secure. For some time, the Montclair Shared Housing Association is providing this opportunity while fostering a great community. All residents have access to a private bedroom, kitchen appliances, a semi-private bathroom, three meals a day, a laundry facility, wifi, + community space. While residents do have a monthly rental fee, services + amenities are made possible in large part by donors. Learn more here.

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We Visited Cafe De Flora Bar in Bloomfield, Known for Its DIY Flower Bar + Cronuts

Grounds For Sculpture: A Must-See Outdoor Art Museum

The Best Portuguese Restaurants in Newark

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Have a great weekend, xo