Whether you’re heading out or staying in, this week’s Montclair, Bloomfield, and beyond events guide has you covered with kid-friendly activities, performances, farmers’ markets, and much more happening locally in the neighborhood. Check out this list of all the virtual and in-person events happening in Montclair, Bloomfield, and beyond this weekend (September 8th – 12th).
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change and some may be weather dependent. For the most up-to-date info, please contact the host directly.
Featured Events
wel•lam ‘s Outdoor Tween & Teen Girl Fall Movement Program
Sunday, September 12th – Sunday, October 10th from 10:00AM-11:00AM | SIGN UP NOW
wel•lam begins its Fall Movement program for tween and teen girls with founder Lia Masciulli this Sunday, September 12th. The five-week course will take place outdoors every Sunday from 10:00AM-11:00AM in Anderson Park at 313-359 N Mountain Ave, Montclair, for girls ages 10-15 years old. The course supports the emotional and physical well-being of tween and teen girls through movement and mindfulness practices. By the end of the program, teens will have learned the basic movement principles of Pilates, Yoga & Barre, discovered how to unlock ultimate confidence to become unstoppable, and cultivated a connection with themselves and others.
Click here to sign up for the fall movement program and learn more about wel•lam.
Brown Harris Stevens’ Current Essex County Listings
Available Now | SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT NOW
Brown Harris Stevens has been a trusted leader in the real estate industry since 1873, and the local team in Montclair has all the “boots on the ground” intel to help you find the perfect fit. Some of Brown Harris Stevens’ current listings include 20 Hoburg Place in Montclair, 263 Park Street in Montclair, and 35 Horizon Drive in Wayne.
Call 973-744-6033 to schedule an appointment or email montclair@bhsusa.com and click here to learn more about Brown Harris Stevens.
Local Montclair (+ Beyond) Events
South Orange Downtown Farmer’s Market
Wednesday, September 8th | 2PM-7PM
Check out the South Orange Farmers Market every Wednesday in the Sloan St. Lot from 2PM-7PM. Please remember to bring your reusable shopping bags with you. Learn more here.
Outdoor Yoga at Van Vleck House
Wednesday, September 8th | 6PM-7PM | Every Wednesday in September
Join an outdoor yoga session at Van Vleck House every Wednesday at 6PM. This class welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis. Please note mats will be spaced at least 6 feet apart, and participants required to practice social distancing and wear a mask at all times except while practicing on your mat. In case of inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and participants will be notified. Registration is required by the Tuesday before class. Learn more here.
Fall Cornhole League at Montclair Brewery
Wednesday, September 8th | 7PM-8PM | Every Wednesday
Join the second season of Montclair’s own cornhole league hosted at Montclair Brewery, Wednesday nights 7-8PM. Learn more here.
Zoo-vies + Family Nights at Essex County’s Turtleback Zoo
Wednesday, September 8th + Thursday, September 9th
Essex County offers free activities this month on Wednesdays and Thursdays, including movies at Turtle Back Zoo. Films start at dusk. The zoo hours will be extended to 8:30PM with the last admission being at 8PM. Learn more here.
Free Books from Newark Rotary
Thursday, September 9th | 11AM-3PM
Head to the Newark Downtown District Market to receive free books from the @newarkrotary. Learn more here.
Newark Downtown District Market
Thursday, September 9th | 11AM-3PM
The NDD Downtown Market is a newly imagined version of the NDD Common Greens Farmers Market and will be back at the PSE&G Plaza on Thursdays through September 30th. Learn more here.
Goffle Brook Park: A Wellspring of Creativity
Thursday, September 9th | 11AM-4PM
View Goffle Brook Park: A Wellspring of Creativity, “Journeys” by Michael Gabriel, and “Watercolors” by Christine Calandra. These exhibits are currently on view through September 5th at the Passaic County Arts Center at the John W. Rea House. Learn more here.
Meditation Workshop
Thursday, September 9th | 11:30AM | Every Thursday
Join Bindu Bhatt for a virtual meditation session. No experience necessary. Bindu has practiced meditation for over 30 years and would like to share her insights with you. Learn more here.
Alchemy Scent Bar’s Grand Opening
Thursday, September 9th | 3PM
It’s Alchemy Scent Bar’s official Grand Opening and in honor of the event, customers will get 10% percent off all purchases. Learn more here.
Beginners Flow Yoga
Thursday, September 9th | 6PM | Every Thursday
This class, hosted by the Union Public Library, will lead you through the foundations of yoga postures, body awareness and alignment, relaxation of the mind and a connection with the breath. You will learn how to improve muscle strength, promote flexibility, and build your own yoga program specific for your mind and body. Learn more here.
Open Mic @ Montclair Brewery
Thursday, September 9th | 7:30PM-9:30PM
Stop by Montclair Brewery for an open mic night. Share your music, comedy, poetry, or drama. The event is family-friendly and all ages are welcome. Learn more here.
Van Vleck Autumn Plant Sale
Friday, September 10th, 11th, 12th | 10AM
Join Van Vleck House at the in-person Van Vleck Autumn Plant Sale on September 10 & 11 from 9AM-4PM and 9/12 from 10AM-4PM. There will be a wide variety of plants to give your garden a boost. A curated mix of perennials and annuals will be available to provide visual interest into the late autumn. Learn more here.
Classes in Mixed-Media Abstract Art
Friday, September 10th | 1PM
Every Friday, Award-winning Roseland artist Evan Stuart Marshall will teach a class on mixed-media abstract art. The topics covered include design and composition, classic abstract layouts, working with shapes, intuitive painting, and more. Learn more here.
Dinner Under the Stars in Bloomfield Center
Friday, September 10th | 6PM-10PM
The Bloomfield Center Alliance invites you to come out for al fresco dining and live entertainment on Washington Street in Bloomfield Center every Friday through October 8th. Learn more here.
All Points West Distillery Tour + Tasting
Friday, September 10th + Saturday, September 11th | 5PM-9PM
Join All Points West every Friday and Saturday for a 20-minute tour with spirit samples and a house cocktail. A 10% discount on bottles and additional cocktails are included with the ticket. Learn more here.
Live Music at Montclair Brewery
Friday, September 10th + Saturday, September 11th, + Sunday, September 12th | 7PM-9:30PM
Head over to Montclair Brewery for live music every weekend provided by local artists. Learn more here.
Hoboken 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
The City of Hoboken invites the community to attend a service at the Hoboken 9/11 Memorial at Pier A. The ceremony will begin at 6:00PM.
In the Northwest area of the park, the memorial is aligned in the direction of the World Trade Center site and includes a glass panel for each of the 56 Hoboken residents lost on that day.
Essex County 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Saturday, September 11th
The County of Essex will host its ceremony at 8AM at the Essex County Eagle Rock Reservation.
Verona 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Saturday, September 11th
Verona will host its ceremony at 8:45AM at the Civic Center monuments.
West Orange 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Saturday, September 11th
West Orange will host its ceremony at 10AM at its 9/11 monument.
Montclair 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Saturday, September 11th
Montclair State University will host a remembrance event. Learn more here.
Grove Street Theatre will be presenting “Catch the Morning,” a series one one-act plays and monologues commemorating 9/11.
Nutley 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Saturday, September 11th
Nutley will host its ceremony at 10AM at its 9/11 monument.
FELLAS Fatherhood Program Kickoff Event and Resource Fair
Saturday, September 11th | 11AM-2:30PM
Join the Newark Public Library for the FELLAS Fatherhood Program Kickoff Event and Resource Fair. Celebrate the launch of the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health’s exciting new program with fun games, refreshments, resources, and more in the outdoor courtyard at the Newark Public Library. This event is free to attend and all are welcome. Learn more here.
House Music Festival and a Splash of Caribbean Weequahic Park
Saturday, September 11th | 11AM-8PM
Stop by Weequahic Park in Newark on Saturday, September 11th from 11AM-8PM for the House Music Festival. Learn more here.
Saturday Skate Sesh with Boardroom Skate
Saturday, September 11th | 10AM-12PM | Every Saturday
Join Boardroom Skate for a skate session every Saturday at Rand Courts. Beginners are welcome. Learn more here.
Chinese Cooking Classes with Chef Gilley
Saturday, September 11th | 5PM | Recurring
Enjoy an authentic Chinese culinary experience led by Chef Gilley. In these live online cooking classes, you’ll experience training from Chef Gilley as you prepare a variety of classic Chinese recipes completely from scratch. Learn more here.
Backyard show at The Porchistas House
Saturday, September 11th | 6PM
Stop by Porchistas Home Studio to watch Little Hag, The Porchistas, Renee Maskin, Tara Dente perform. Learn more here.
Family Roller Skating at Branch Brook Park
Saturday, September 11th | Multiple Times Available | Every Saturday
Head over to Branch Brook Park for family roller skating every week. It’s open to all ages. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Sign up here.
VetFest Music + Food Truck Fest to Benefit Veterans
Sunday, September 12th | 12PM
VetFest is a family friendly food truck and music festival featuring some of NJ’s top bands and most delicious food trucks. Bounce houses for the kids makes it a great day for everyone. All proceeds from this event will support Community Hope and its Hope for Veterans Program serving homeless veterans and veteran families. Sign up here.
Opera at Florham presents Viva Verismo
Sunday, September 12th | 3PM
Join soprano Kirsten Chambers and bass baritone Andrew Richardson at Opera at Florham’s season opener, Viva Verismo: Exploring the realness in opera. The program presents operatic selections with relatable story lines reflecting the drama of real life. Sign up here.
MAM Premieres New Exhibits
Sunday, September 12th | 8PM
Head over to Montclair Art Museum for the opening event of four exhibits including Color Riot! How Color Changed Navajo Textiles. With Diné perspectives and the technical mastery of weavers at the heart of Color Riot!, this exhibition—featuring 70 bold artworks from 1860–1930 and the present—celebrates the courage and vision to experiment. Learn more here.
Motown Sunday Brunch at Sweet Southern Eatery
Sunday, September 12th
Head over to Sweet Southern Eatery every Sunday for live music during brunch. Learn more here.
Essex County to Administer Covid-19 Booster Shots
Ongoing
Essex County announced that it will administer booster shots to those who are immunocompromised, by appointment only, at its vaccination centers at Kmart in West Orange and Essex County College in Newark. According to the CDC and the FDA, people are considered to have a compromised immune system if they are fighting a disease, undergoing medical treatments or have received an organ transplant. Appointments can be made at EssexCOVID.org or 973-877-8456. Learn more here.
Montclair Film’s Virtual Cinema
Ongoing
Montclair Film’s Virtual Cinema is the best way to watch the latest movies from home while supporting the non-profit organization. Films in the Virtual Cinema are new, independent releases, available for rent at home before becoming available on other platforms, featuring new indies, documentaries, foreign films, and restored classics, with new selections available every Friday. Learn more here.
Point of Action: New Art Installation at Crane Park
Ongoing
Montclair residents and artists Nina Cooke John and Charlie Spademan bring this installation to Montclair at no cost to the township for about four to six weeks. Crane Park is located at 1-9 Greenwood Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Tour Van Vleck House and Gardens
Open daily | 9AM-6PM
Take a free tour of Van Vleck House and Gardens, a center for horticulture, education, music, and art. The gardens are open to the public and the house is available to non-profits for meetings and events. Learn more here.
Kid/Teen Focused Events
Teen Advisory Group Meeting at UPL
Friday, September 10th | 3:30PM
High school students are invited to join the new Teen Advisory Group. Help make UPL the place for you by sharing ideas for library programs and recommending books, movies, and more. By attending TAG meetings, you’ll earn community service hours and learn about other volunteering opportunities at the library. Please note: This is an outdoor program. Meeting will be on the lawn between the library and town hall. For ages 14-18. Please register in advance. Learn more here.
Listen on the Lawn
Tuesday, September 14th | 11AM | Every Tuesday
Join The Montclair Public Library for an in-person storytime on the lawn at the Bellevue Avenue Branch. Rain dates are scheduled for Thursdays at the same time. Social distancing required. Registration is not required but is recommended for scheduling updates. Learn more here.
Upcoming Weekday Events
South Orange Downtown Farmer’s Market
Wednesday, September 15th | 2PM-7PM | Every Wednesday
Check out the South Orange Farmers Market every Wednesday in the Sloan St. Lot from 2PM-7PM. Please remember to bring your reusable shopping bags with you. Learn more here.
Outdoor Yoga at Van Vleck House
Wednesday, September 15th | 6PM-7PM | Every Wednesday in September
Join an outdoor yoga session at Van Vleck House every Wednesday at 6PM. This class welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis. Please note mats will be spaced at least 6 feet apart, and participants required to practice social distancing and wear a mask at all times except while practicing on your mat. In case of inclement weather, the class will be cancelled and participants will be notified. Registration is required by the Tuesday before class. Learn more here.
Free Community Knitting Virtual Class
Wednesday, September 15th | 7PM-9PM | Every Wednesday
Join a free community knitting virtual class every Wednesday. All fiber crafts are welcome. Register here.
Music at the Mansion: Natalie Douglas
Saturday, September 18th | Every Saturday | 7PM-9:30PM
Join internationally-acclaimed vocalist Natalie Douglas for a live performance presented by Nicori Studios and Productions. Performances occur every Saturday. Learn more here.
Ways to Give Back Locally
Salvation Army | 13 Trinity Place, Montclair
For 125 years, The Montclair Citadel Corps has been a beacon of hope and a model of ministry in the Name of Jesus in suburban Essex County. Whether it is housing a needy family at our Cornerstone House Shelter, feeding the homeless at our hot meal program, providing emergency assistance, building characters in future generations, or serving as a place of worship for those seeking spiritual nurture, Montclair Citadel provides something for everyone. Donation Drop-Off: Monday – Friday 9AM-4PM.
Communities Promoting Animal Welfare in NJ | 41 Watchung Plaza, Montclair
An opportunity for even the busiest volunteer. With options to help from home, at school, in-person, and virtually, the entire community can help save animals in the area. Volunteers are needed to help educate the community on animal welfare, help organize events, transport animals to and from doctor’s visits, and more. Learn more about this volunteer opportunity here.
Toni’s Kitchen | 73 South Fullerton Street, Montclair
Serving food to the community is a daily ongoing effort. Toni’s Kitchen in Montclair is available for this support. However, it can only stay in operation with the support of ongoing volunteers. Those high school age and up are eligible to help with serving food to guests. Opportunities are available for individuals and groups daily. Learn more about this volunteer opportunity here.
