It’s a fun-filled, busy weekend coming up. This week’s local Montclair + beyond events guide has got you covered with art shows, concerts, kid-friendly events, and more. Check out this list of all the in-person + virtual events happening this weekend, December 2-5th.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.
Lukin Center’s FREE Mental Health Consultation
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Lukin Center for Psychotherapy, located at 51 Upper Montclair Plaza, Suite 27 in Montclair is a family-owned and operated practice that matches every patient with the clinician who has the right mix of skills, training, and personality for the best outcomes possible. MG readers can receive a FREE mental health consultation when you mention “Montclair Girl”. Call 973-920-3160 or email drlukin@lukincenter.com for any inquiries or more information about the practice.
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Paramount’s Laser Spectacular Featuring The Music Of Pink Floyd
Thursday, Dec. 2nd | 7PM – 11PM
Paramount’s Laser Spectacular is the smash hit multi-media laser and light show, featuring the Original Master Recordings of Pink Floyd. This event will be held at The Wellmont Theater. Learn more here.
SOPAC Present Nefesh Mountain
Thursday, Dec. 2nd | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
The husband-and-wife team give a voice to Jewish-American culture. Nefesh Mountain melds elements of Americana, Appalachian Bluegrass, Celtic Folk and Jewish music. This show will take place at One SOPAC Way. Learn more here.
“Remember the Ladies” By The Montclair History Center
Thursday, Dec. 2nd | 7PM – 8PM
Hear the stories of the Founding Females of America at this virtual event hosted by The Montclair History Center. Learn more here.
Watchung Booksellers Hosts Book Launch with Brene Brown
Thursday, Dec. 2nd | 8PM
Watchung Booksellers in partnership with Random House will be hosting a virtual book launch with best-selling author Brene Brown. Learn more here.
Free Training Grant for High-Business Certifications
Thursday, Dec. 2nd | 5:30PM
This virtual event will be held by BTII Institute for individuals to get their free training grant for high business certifications. Learn more here.
Holiday Melt & Pour Soup Making Virtual Workshop
Thursday, Dec. 2nd | 7PM
This virtual event will be hosted by The Eclectic Chic Boutique, where participants can learn how to make soap. Learn more here.
Open Mic at Montclair Brewery
Thursday, Dec. 2nd | 7:30PM
Music, comedy, poetry and drama. Share your talent at Montclair Brewery’s open mic night. Learn more here.
Annual Christmas Tree Lighting in Bloomfield
Thursday, Dec. 2nd | 7PM
The annual Christmas tree lighting will have pictures with Santa, hot chocolate, s’mores, toy drives, and more. This event will take place in Bloomfield. Learn more here.
Double-Craft Winter Workshop at Montclair Art Museum
Thursday, Dec. 2nd | 7PM – 9PM
MAM artist/instructors will be helping adults create crafts. Event will be held at 3 S Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Doall DJ’s Presents at Bella Luce
Thursday, Dec. 2nd | 7:30PM
DJ Chelli will be getting everyone in the holiday spirit at Bella Luce in Nutley. Learn more here.
Don’t Be A Grinch Weekend at Turtleback Zoo
Friday, Dec. 3rd | 5PM – 9PM
Meet-and-greet with the Grinch of Christmas at the Turtleback Zoo. Learn more here.
Great Tuna Comedy Performance
Friday, Dec. 3rd | 8PM
Greater Tuna is a comedy talking about the attitudes, conventions, and customs of a deep-south small town. The performance will be shown at Studio Players. Learn more here.
Sugarplums and St. Nick: Holiday Tours
Friday, Dec. 3rd | 4PM – 8PM
On this family tour, guests will learn how children celebrated the holidays in days gone by while enjoying the holiday decorations. This will take place at 110 Orange Road in Montclair. Learn more here.
Montclair Holiday Tree Lighting
Friday, Dec. 3rd | 6PM – 8PM
The holiday tree lighting event is back with special appearances from Santa, the Montclair Community Band, toy soldiers, and more. Learn more here.
Dar Williams at Outpost in the Burbs
Friday, Dec. 3rd | 8PM
Outpost in the Burbs is pleased to present singer-songwriter Dar Williams. The event will take place at 40 S Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Sip and Stretch
Friday, Dec. 3rd | 6PM – 8PM
Sip your favorite wine and stretch away the stress. This event will take place at 255 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Roots of Flamenco
Friday, Dec. 3rd | 8PM – 9PM
There will be a flamenco performance by Roots of Flamenco at 41 Watchung Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
The Musical Box
Friday, Dec. 3rd | 8PM – 9PM
The Musical Box will be performing at The Wellmont Theater. Learn more here.
A Medieval Christmas in France
Saturday, Dec. 4th | 10AM – 5PM
The Montclair Early Music Ensemble will be showing, Joyeux Nöel: A Medieval Christmas in France at 73 S Fullerton Ave in Montclair. Learn more here.
Ujamma Outdoor Winter Market
Saturday, Dec. 4th | 10AM – 2PM
Montclair Public Library kicks off a month of Kwanzaa programs with the Ujamaa Outdoor Winter Market. Enjoy culinary delights and products from local chefs, artisans and entrepreneurs. Learn more here.
Montclair Farmer’s Market
Saturday, Dec. 4th | 8AM
The Montclair farmer’s market will take place at Walnut Street train station in Montclair. Learn more here.
Kora Music by Salieu Suso
Saturday, Dec. 4th | 11AM – 11:45AM
Salieu Suso is a master player of the kora, a soothing, 12-stringed harp instrument. This will take place at 50 S Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Almost Queen – A Tribute
Saturday, Dec. 4th | 11AM – 11:45AM
A four-piece band will be performing Almost Queen which is a tribute to Queen. The event will be held at The Wellmont Theater. Learn more here.
Essex County Historic Holiday House Tour
Saturday, Dec. 4th | 11AM – 11:45AM
To celebrate the holiday season, 10 historic homes in Essex County will deck their halls and be open to the public for self-guided tours. Learn more here.
Holiday Arts Bazaar
Saturday, Dec. 4th | 12PM – 4PM
Enjoy an afternoon of art and holiday shopping at Bloomfield Steakhouse. Learn more here.
Winter Wonderland in Glenridge
Saturday, Dec. 4th | 9AM – 12PM
Celebrate the holidays with activities, food, face painting, and more. This fun-filled event hosted by The Women’s Club of Glen Ridge will take place at 219 Ridgewood Avenue in Glen Ridge. Learn more here.
Montclair Community Band Winter Concert
Sunday, Dec. 5th | 3PM
This free concert will run just over an hour and will take place at 46 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
10th Anniversary of The Herb + Milly Iris Gallery
Sunday, Dec. 5th | 3PM
The Herb + Milly Iris Gallery will be celebrating its 10th anniversary with a special fundraiser and exhibition opening. This event will take place at SOPAC. Learn more here.
MSU Symphony Orchestra
Sunday, Dec. 5th | 3PM
The MSU Symphony Orchestra will perform works from Philip Glass, J.S. Bach, Ludvig Van Beethoven, Louise Farrenc, and Pauline Oliveros. Learn more here.
Bloomfield Coat Drive
Ongoing
This coat drive is taking new or gently used coats until December 17th. Drop-off will be at BHS entrance. Learn more here.
Homeschool Art Workshop
Thursday, Dec. 2nd | 11AM
Organized by The Montclair Public Library, this event will be for kids ages 4+ in order to explore the world of collage. It will take place at 50 S Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Macaroni Kid’s Holiday Extravaganza
Sunday, Dec. 5th | 9:30AM – 11:30AM
There will be dance ensembles by Beyond the Boogie, crafts, bubbles, individual time with Santa, and more. The event will be held at Cornerstone Montclair at 198 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Cinematography Classes
Sunday, Dec. 5th | 11AM – 5PM
Students will discover how to use the camera to tell their stories. Learn more here.
Out Montclair’s Teen Movie Night
Tuesday, Dec. 7th | 6PM
LGBTQIA+ teens and friends are invited to Out Montclair’s first teen movie night. They will be showing Love Simon at The Clairidge. Learn more here.
Broadway on Bloomfield
Tuesday, Dec. 7th | 7PM – 9PM
Elena Ricardo and Paul A. Schaeffer come West of the Hudson to perform in a show with some special guests. Learn more here.
Weaving Fiber Forward with Venancio Aragon and Eric-Paul Riege
Thursday, Dec. 7th | 7PM – 9PM
Venancio Aragon and Eric-Paul Riege will speak at Montclair Art Museum for the 35th Annual Julia Norton Babson Lecture. Learn more here.
Ways to Give Back Locally
Latino Mental Health Association of New Jersey | Montclair
Right before the turn of the century, this organization committed itself to addressing the needs of the Latinx community here in New Jersey. Since that time, the organization has supported both mental health professionals and the Latinx community at large through training, treatment, mentorship, advocacy work, and the development of resources. Learn more here.
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.
House of Love Soup Kitchen/Pantry | Newark
The House of Love Soup Kitchen is run completely by volunteers and serves about 30 persons every Tuesday for two hours. In addition to a hot nutritious meal, guests receive spiritual guidance, connection to resources of other non-profits in the area, and ‘care packages’ of perishable and non-perishable goods. Learn more here.
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Have a great weekend, xo
