Essex County is full of different kinds of activities as January dwindles down. This week’s local Montclair + beyond events guide has got you covered with exclusive movie screenings, a concert at the Wellmont Theater, the Montclair Farmer’s Market and more. Check out this list of all the events happening this weekend, January 27th-30th.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.
Drawing with Colored Pencils at Congregation Shomrei Emunah
Thursday, January 27th | 10AM – 12PM
This class will explore various techniques, including types of mark-making, shading, texture, and how to blend and create vibrant color, no matter your skill level. This event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Personalized Help from the Access Navigator at Montclair Public Library
Thursday, January 27th | 10AM – 4PM
fMontclair Public Library’s Navigator will be meeting with individuals to help improve their digital literacy, guide them towards new employment, or develop new skills in general. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Senior Skating Session
Thursday, January 27th | 10:45AM – 12:15PM
A skate session for seniors who are 40 years and older. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Zuma Chess-in-a-Nutshell for Beginners at Montclair Public Library
Thursday, January 27th | 12PM – 2PM
This family-oriented, introductory workshop will cover the basic rules, strategies and tactics of chess; additionally students will learn about the use of chess clocks and chess notation. Learn more here.
Exploring Environmental Justice Through the Arts at NJPAC
Thursday, January 27th | 3PM
Panelists will share how environmental justice is connected to their artistic practice and offer strategies for creatively engaging students in activism through the arts. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Introduction to Mandolin at Congregation Shomrei Emunah
Thursday, January 27th | 6:30PM – 7:30PM
Instructor Enrico Granafei will provide a foundation in the basic reading of musical notes and rhythms, picking, playing tremolo and a few basic chords. No prior experience required. Learn more here.
Adult Night Roller Skating in Newark
Thursday, January 27th | 7PM – 10PM
Adult Night Roller Skating is back at Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Rink. This event will be held at 7th Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
Tick, Tick…Boom! at The Clairidge
Thursday, January 27th | 7:30PM
This film is apart of the ‘For Your Consideration’ series, and will be shown one night only. Learn more here.
Showings at The Clairidge
Friday, December 28th
Movies like Introduction and Flee are opening this weekend at The Clairidge, 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Beginning Ukulele with Robert Mellman
Friday, January 28th | 1:30PM – 2:30PM
In this beginner’s ukulele class participants will learn basic chords and strums and some fun, easy songs. No music background or experience necessary. This event will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate
Friday, January 28th | 4:15PM – 4:45PM
A skate session for people who are looking to learn how to skate. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session
Friday, January 28th | 4:45PM – 6:15PM
A skate session for people of all ages. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Friday Night Roller Skating, Tik Tok Edition at Branch Brook Park
Friday, January 28th | 7PM – 9PM
This event will be held at 7th Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
Hot Chocolate Bomb Making Virtual Workshop
Friday, January 28th | 7PM – 8PM
Learn how to properly melt chocolate, fill, seal and decorate hot chocolate bombs. This event is hosted by The Eclectic Chic Boutique. Learn more here.
Voyage: The Ultimate Journey Tribute Band at Wellmont Theater
Friday, January 28th | 7PM
Voyage takes you back to the ’80’s when the timeless music of Journey ruled the airwaves. They are known as the #1 Journey tribute band in the world. Learn more here.
Don’t Look Up at The Clairidge
Friday, January 28th | 7:30PM
This film is apart of the ‘For Your Consideration’ series, and will be shown one night only. Learn more here.
Indoor Live Music Night with Lenahawkin at Montclair Brewery
Friday, January 28th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
A band that plays acoustic versions of classic rock from the ’60 to the ’70s. Learn more here.
Late Night Roller Skating at Branch Brook Park
Friday, January 28th | 9:30PM – 11:30PM
This event will be held at 7th Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
Man Down at Just Jakes
Saturday, January 22nd | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This band will be performing at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Newark Winter Village
Ongoing
Experience the beauty of Newark at this open-air winter festival with curbside eats, ice skating, and a marketplace. This event will be held at Mulberry Commons Park, 162 Mulberry Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station
Saturday, January 29th | 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.
Essex County Riker Hill Art Park and Becker Tract Birding Walk
Saturday, January 29th | 8:30AM – 11AM
Walk through old farm fields to discover overwintering field birds, and hike along the ridge at Riker Hill for a look at woodland birds. This event meets at 621B Eagle Rock Avenue in Roseland. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate
Saturday, January 29th | 11:15AM, 1:30PM
A skate session for people who are looking to learn how to skate. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Roller Skating Lessons at Branch Brook Park
Saturday, January 29th | 11:30AM – 12:30PM
This event will be held at 7th Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session
Saturday, January 29th | 11:45AM, 2PM
A skate session for people of all ages. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
The Mitchells vs. The Machines at The Clairidge
Saturday, January 29th | 12:30PM
This film is a part of the ‘For Your Consideration’ series, and will be shown one night only. Learn more here.
Create Your Own Crystal Grid Virtual Workshop
Saturday, January 29th | 2PM – 3PM
An opportunity to manifest your own unique intention. This could be deeper self-love, friendship, or other intentions. Learn more here.
Wavey Saturdays at The ZuluBa
Saturday, January 29th | 7PM
Groove to a night of Afrobeats, Kompa, Soca, Dancehall, and music by Jhasirpow, Russian, and Ruthetruth. This event will be held at 437 Main Street in West Orange. Learn more here.
Celebrating the Theater Songs of Leonard Bernstein at NJPAC
Saturday, January 29th | 7:30PM
Leonard Bernstein composed some of the most memorable theater scores of his generation — but who was the man behind the music? This event is an evening of Bernstein songs and stories in this edition of Conversations in Concert, hosted by theater insider Ted Chapin. Learn more here.
New Jersey Symphony Lunar New Year Celebration at NJPAC
Saturday, January 29th | 7:30PM
Celebrate the Year of the Tiger as the New Jersey Symphony continues a tradition for a festive evening of community and cultural exchange. Learn more here.
The Lost Daughter at The Clairidge
Saturday, January 29th | 7:30PM
This film is a part of the ‘For Your Consideration’ series, and will be shown one night only. Learn more here.
The Cliffs at Just Jakes
Saturday, January 22nd | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This band will be performing at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate
Saturday, January 29th | 11:15AM, 1:30PM
A skate session for people who are looking to learn how to skate. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session
Saturday, January 29th | 11:45AM, 2PM
A skate session for people of all ages. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Family Nature Club: Nature Adventures at the Turtle Back Zoo
Saturday, January 22nd | 1PM – 3PM
Run, climb, build, dig, or even just sit and experience the sounds, smells, and sights of the outdoors. This club will visit different nature locations within the Essex County South Mountain Reservation each month. Learn more here.
Sunday Family Skates at Branch Brook Park
Sunday, January 30th | 3PM, 5:30PM
This event will be held at 7th Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
Hot Chocolate Charcuterie Board Making Virtual Workshop
Learn how to arrange a hot chocolate charcuterie board, a warm and cozy take on traditional charcuterie boards. This event is hosted by The Eclectic Chic Boutique. Learn more here.
Procession at The Clairidge
Sunday, January 30th | 7:30PM
This film is a part of the ‘For Your Consideration’ series, and will be shown one night only. Learn more here.
Adult Night Roller Skating in Newark
Sunday, January 30th | 8PM – 11PM
Adult Night Roller Skating is Back at Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Rink. This event will be held at 7th Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Night + 5 Love Languages (Self-Guided)
Ongoing
Enjoy a pop-up picnic sunset date with fun digital activities at Weequahic Park, Meeker Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
The Whole Book Approach Online Story Time with Ms. Jessica
Thursday, January 27th | 11:30AM – 12PM
The Whole Book Approach acknowledges that while the adult reads text aloud, children are reading pictures and design. It gives children the time, space, and vocabulary needed to articulate their visual readings and bring them into dialog with the oral text. Learn more here.
The Maplewood Strollers Presents: The Phantom Tollbooth
Friday, January 28th | 7PM
Join Milo on his zany adventures through The Land of Wisdom and learn to see things in a whole new way in this children’s classic adapted for the stage. This event will be held at The Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Meditations and Qi Gong for Everyday Living
Monday, January 31st | 10:30AM – 11:30AM
Learn short easy relaxation techniques to put you at ease when you’re confronted with modern life’s stresses with Lisa Sargese. Learn more here.
French Speaking Class at Montclair Public Library
Monday, January 31st | 1:30PM-3PM
Participate in conversational classes on various aspects of everyday French life, moderated by a native French speaker Pierre Fabian. Learn more here.
American Sign Language Class for Beginners at Montclair Public Library
Monday, January 31st | 6PM – 8PM
Learn finger spelling, vocabulary, and ASL concepts, and become familiar with deaf culture. Learn more here.
Joy of Singing Class at Congregation Shomrei Emunah
Monday, January 31st | 6:15PM – 8PM
Train, develop and learn to control your voice and breathing, and sing various styles of group, duet, and solo music. Learn more here.
Gemstone Wire Wrapping Virtual Workshop
Participants will take raw gemstones and crystals and turn them into unique wearable art. This event is hosted by the Eclectic Chic Boutique. Learn more here.
Earth, Wind & Fire at NJPAC
Tuesday, February 1st, Wednesday, February 2nd | 8PM
Watch the award-winning group play jazz, blues, R&B, pop, gospel, African roots, funk, and deep soul. Learn more here.
Laughs in the Loft at South Orange Performing Arts Center
Wednesday, February 2nd | 7:30PM
Each event, hosted by Joe Larson, features several comedians in a New York City-style showcase. Talent is announced approximately two weeks prior to each show. 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 neighbors 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 on how to get involved.
Human Needs Food Pantry | 9 Label Street
The COVID-19 pandemic brought on the highest rates of hunger in the United States ever. In New Jersey alone, over 1.1 million people are food insecure. The Human Needs Pantry has been able to add over 1,000 additional homes to service during this time of need. Through the help of generous donors and volunteers’ residents in need in Montclair and neighboring Essex County towns are able to pick up food or have a home delivery grocery service. Close to 3,000 groceries are donated weekly through the area. Learn more here on how to get involved.
Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris | 33 South Fullerton Avenue
The Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris is working to reverse the stigma around Mental Health and provide support to those living with mental illness as well as the caregivers. Through advocacy, education, prevention, early intervention, treatment, and services, the organization is working to achieve its mission. Case management services, suicide prevention work, and housing opportunities are just a small sample of the community work of this organization. Learn more here on how to get involved.
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Have a great weekend, xo
