Sexual Wellness: A Journey of Self-Love, Connection, + Empowerment at Loopwell
June 25 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
$55
This workshop provides a safe, inclusive space to explore sexual health, pleasure, and education from a clinical as well as holistic perspective. Through expert talks, discussions, and activities, this event aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote healthy sexual practices.
10 Montclair Spots for Picnic Goodies for Your Next Outdoor Adventure
There’s something undeniably charming about a picnic, especially in the Garden State. Summer 2025 is the perfect time to enjoy New Jersey’s green spaces and eat local. Whether it is a European-style summer or a Local Girl summer because of Newark Airport delays, The Montclair Girl has you covered with where to go and what to eat. Whether you're picking up warm pizza with pepperoni, a sweet spread from a neighborhood bakery, or grazing your way through a farmers' market, the Montclair area has the goods. Read on for a picnic guide to Montclair area restaurants, cafes, and parks.
Butler + the Board | 103 Forest Street, Montclair
MG suggests preordering a charcuterie board from Butler and the Board and eating it with friends at nearby Erie Park or Crane Park. Selections include meats, cheeses, pickles, and seasonal produce like soppressata, bacon jam, Labneh with garlic and scallions, and feta with tomato confit. In addition to the charcuterie board fixins, the Butler and the Board has a great selection of prepared foods, including picnic classics like pasta salad and a variety of pickles.
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The Corner | 115 Grove Street, Montclair
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The Corner is a staple in the Walnut Street neighborhood, known for its baked goods and cozy interior. Erie Park and Crane Park are closest to The Corner and an easy walk. MG suggests picnicking at Yantacaw Brook Park in Montclair while sampling the Corner Brunch Pastry Board for $9, which comes with house-made fruit preserves + butter.
Crazy Argentinian Empanadas | 143 Franklin Avenue, Nutley
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Crazy Argentinian Empanadas has a baker's dozen of empanadas for $41.99. The menu features traditional flavors such as Chicken and Mushroom; special flavors like BBQ Pork and Pepperoni Pizza; and dessert flavors like Apple Pie and Nutella Brownie. After making a selection for savory and sweet flavors, MG suggests enjoying your pickings at Yanticaw Park or Kingsland Park in Nutley.
Le Souk | 51 Watchung Plaza, Montclair
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The four for $32 combo at Le Souk features Middle Eastern staples like Labneh, beet salad, falafel, hummus, stuffed grape leaves, and Baba Ghanoush, all served with pita. This can be enjoyed nearby at Watchung Park or Watchung Plaza. For a picnic with a view of the water, MG suggests Montclair’s Edgemont Park or Yantacaw Brook Park.
Jaycee Baudry French Pastry | 17 Church Street, Montclair
Jaycee Baudry French Pastry is one of MGs picks for How to Have a European Summer in Montclair. This French bakery specializes in upscale pastries and sweets like croissants, macarons. These goods can be enjoyed at Porter Park, just a short walk from Church Street. Larger groups can enjoy the $70 Sweet Box, which comes with eight macarons, eight madeleines, six financiers, and four Cannelés de Bordeaux; or the $40 Mini Pastries Platter, which includes 12 selections.
Mr. Dino’s | 119 Watchung Avenue, Montclair
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A pie or two from Mr. Dino’s can be enjoyed at Watchung Park or the tables in Watchung Plaza. This spot has deep dish pizza, pasta, chicken parmigiana, seafood like shrimp scampi, and hot and cold sandwiches. Other picnic locations are nearby Brookdale Park or Edgemont Park.
Taqueria Los Gueros | Multiple Locations
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The Fiesta Packs from Taqueria Los Gueros are a picnic must. MG suggests the Taquiza, which ranges from $30 to $40 and comes with 30 tacos, and garnishes including onion, cilantro, salsa, and limes. Taqueria Los Gueros has several locations, including 176 Bloomfield Avenue + 403 West Passaic Avenue in Bloomfield. Other storefronts are in Fairfield, Belleville, Clifton, and Newark. MG suggests picking up from the Bloomfield Avenue location and checking out Watsessing Park, Branch Brook Park, or the Bloomfield Green. Those grabbing their meals from the West Passaic Avenue location should check out Kingsland Park in Nutley and pick a spot near the waterfall.
So Juicy | 24 Broad Street, Bloomfield
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The menu at So Juicy serves up sushi, hibachi, and poke bowls. MG suggests ordering from here for a picnic lunch to enjoy on the nearby Bloomfield Green. Classic Rolls range from $4.75 to $5.75; Specialty Rolls from $10.15 to $13.55; and the Lunch Special from $9.85 to $13.50. The Lunch Special includes dishes like General Tso’s and vegetable hibachi.
Van Hook Cheese + Grocery | 111 Grove Street, Montclair
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Van Hook is a cut-to-order artisan cheese shop in the Walnut Street neighborhood. This family-owned business stocks over 75 cheeses and meats like prosciutto, jamon, bresaola, and a variety of pates. Platters or Cheese Club are two ways to elevate your picnic with the goods from Van Hook Cheese + Grocery. MG suggests ordering a Tiny Platter, which comes with patron’s selection of meat and cheese, and is paired with crackers, fruit, nuts, and pickled things.
Each month, those who partake in Cheese Club receive three to four cuts of cheese paired with accompaniments like preserves, crackers, and chocolate. Upon pick up, MG suggests heading over to The Glen in Glen Ridge and enjoying the month's selection with a picnic. This park runs parallel to the Second River and has walking paths, a gazebo, and connects to Glenfield Park. Erie Park and Crane Park in Montclair are other options and just a short walk from Van Hook Cheese + Grocery.
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Walnut Street Farmers' Market | 86 Walnut Street, Montclair
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The Walnut Street Farmers' Market is open year-round from 8AM to 2PM from June to November and 9AM to 1PM from December to May. MG suggests building your own grazing board from the vendors on site like Pickle Licious, Valley Shepherd Creamery, Hummus Boss, Uncle Bob’s Kettle Corn, Jams by Kim, Luxx Chocolate, and Jed’s Bread. The Erie Park is closest and has some picnic tables. Other spots to enjoy your spread are Brookdale Park, Crane Park, and Glenfield Park in Montclair. During April, MG suggests picnicking at Branch Brook Park in Newark when the cherry blossoms are in bloom.
