The weekend has arrived in Essex County as we near the last few days of April. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with a Crystal Singing Bowl Sound Healing at Reeves-Reed Arboretum, StorySLAM at Cinema505, Laughs in the Loft at SOPAC, and more. Check out the list of all the events + things to do in North Jersey this weekend, April 27th – April 30th, 2023.
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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The Glen Ridge House Tour
Sunday, May 7th from 1:00PM – 5:30PM | PURCHASE TICKETS
The Women’s Club of Glen Ridge, located at 219 Ridgewood Avenue in Glen Ridge, is hosting its annual Glen Ridge House Tour on Sunday, May 7th. This self-guided tour is open to anyone 14+ years old and will showcase 5 beautiful homes from 1:00PM-4:00PM and will be followed by a reception at the Women’s Club with hors d’oeuvres, desserts, and refreshments from 3:30PM-5:30PM. Tour attendees will also have the chance to visit and shop the boutiques at the Clubhouse from 1:00PM-5:30PM, just in time for Mother’s Day.
Click here to purchase tickets to the house tour and click here to learn more about The Women’s Club of Glen Ridge.
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Papaver Exhibit at SOPAC
Ongoing until Sunday, May 7th
This event will be held at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Disney’s Freaky Friday Production at SOPAC
Thursday, April 27th – Sunday, April 30th | Various times
Seton Hall Theatre is bringing a production of Freaky Friday, a new musical adaptation of the classic novel by Mary Rodgers and the Disney film. This event will be held at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Symphonie Fantastique at NJPAC
Thursday, April 27th | 1:30PM
This musical performance will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
ArtsXchange Kickoff Hosted by NJPAC
Thursday, April 27th | 6:30PM
Kick off the start of NJPAC’s ArtsXChange program with live music and dance at Belmont Runyon School, 1 Belmont Runyon Way in Newark. Learn more here.
New York Rangers vs. New Jersey Devils at Prudential Center
Thursday, April 27th | 7PM
This NHL playoff game will be held at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Jazz in the Annex at Jazz House
Thursday, April 27th | 7PM
Enjoy this monthly jazz gig featuring a performance of the Caili O’Doherty Trio followed by a two-hour jam session where all musicians are welcome. Guests are also welcome to bring their own instruments. This event will take place at 347 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Nancy Solomon at The Woodland
Thursday, April 27th | 7PM-9PM
The South Orange-Maplewood Adult School will welcome NPR’s Nancy Solomon, where she will talk about her true-crime podcast, Dead End: A New Jersey Political Murder Mystery, and will discuss how a political reporter came to make a true-crime podcast, how she made it and what makes a podcast successful. This event will be held at 60 Woodland Drive in Maplewood. Learn more here.
StorySLAM at Cinema505
Thursday, April 27th | 7:30PM
Join a night of feature stories about being lifted up and supported by your community. This event will be held at 505 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Sip + Sing Karaoke at Montclair Brewery
Thursday, April 27th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Enjoy a night of karaoke, music, socializing, and beer. This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Thursday Trivia Night at Pineapple Express BBQ
Thursday, April 27th | 8PM
Win prizes and enjoy food and drink specials at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Showings at The Clairidge
Friday, April 28th | Various times
Films like Beau is Afraid, Joyland, Are You There God? It’s Me Margaret, and more are playing this weekend. These events will be held at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate, Public Skating Session, + Family Stick + Puck
Friday, April 28th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Mindful Self-Compassion Course with Marcie Handler + Beth Sandweiss
Friday, April 28th | 9:30AM – 12PM
This empirically supported online training is designed to help participants cultivate self-compassion. Learn more here.
Cornerstone Café at Montclair Art Museum
Friday, April 28th | 10AM – 4PM
Explore the MAM’s in-house coffee shop at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Rapid Ride with Matthew at Ride It Fitness
Friday, April 28th | 4PM – 4:30PM
This workout class will be held at 50 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
WDHA’s Rock the Rock Fest at Prudential Center
Friday, April 28th | 5:30PM
Breaking Benjamin, The Pretty Reckless, Beartooth, and Dorothy are among the performers of the show. This event will be held at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Crystal Singing Bowl Sound Healing at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Friday, April 28th | 6PM-7PM
Join Tracy Hart for breathing exercises, guided meditation, and crystal singing bowls. This event will be held at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
ViewPoints Exhibition Opening Reception at Studio Montclair
Friday, April 28th | 6PM – 9PM
This annual exhibition will be having its opening reception in Leach Gallery at 641 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Live Music: Waterbury Road at Montclair Brewery
Friday, April 28th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Listen to Waterbury Road perform at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Frankie Valli + the Four Seasons at NJPAC
Friday, April 28th | 8PM
This musical performance will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
JR De Guzman at Wellmont Theater
Friday, April 28th | 8PM
Comedian JR De Guzman will be performing at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Montclair Improv Comedy at Cinema505
Friday, April 28th | 8PM
A night filled with comedy will be held at 505 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Pulse at Just Jake’s
Friday, April 28th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate, Public Skating Sessions, + Family Stick + Puck
Saturday, April 29th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Alice + Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium at Newark Museum of Art
Saturday, April 29th | Various times
This planetarium is an interactive theater that explores astronomy, space, and planetary science. This event will be held at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
5K Run + Family Walk at South Mountain Recreation Complex
Saturday, April 29th | 8AM
This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station
Saturday, April 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.
15th Anniversary Ailey Day at NJPAC
Saturday, April 29th | 9AM
this full day of immersion into dance includes a variety of movement classes taught by this year’s group of professional artists, including Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater alumni, faculty, and students. This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Independent Bookstore Day at Watchung Booksellers
Saturday, April 29th | 10AM – 5PM
Join Watchung Booksellers for the American Bookseller’s Association’s 10th annual Independent Bookstore Day. Celebrate your favorite bookstore and booksellers with treats, giveaways, and discounts all day long. This event will be held at 54 Fairfield Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Artist Talk with Christina Nicola at Harper’s Cafe
Saturday, April 29th | 5PM-7PM
Join in on an artist talk with Christina Nicola, and later guests can head over to the exhibition’s location for cocktails and music. This event will be held at 34 South Valley Road in West Orange. Learn more here.
Zero Hour at Just Jakes
Saturday, April 29th | 6PM – 8PM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Arts + Music Festival at Westfield Armory
Saturday, April 29th | 6PM-10PM
Enjoy an afternoon filled with live music, unlimited drinks, liquor tastings, food trucks, 40 artisan vendors, and live music. This event will be held at 500 Rahway Avenue in Westfield. Learn more here.
Audra Mcdonald at NJPAC
Saturday, April 29th | 7:30PM
This musical performance will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Live Music: the FuMos at Montclair Brewery
Saturday, April 29th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This musical performance will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
On The Rocks Tour at NJPAC
Saturday, April 29th | 8PM
Podcast hosts Em Schulz and Christine Schiefer of And That’s Why We Drink will be bringing their comedy podcast to live. This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
SUGA at Prudential Center
Saturday, April 29th | 8PM
Ex-BTS band member, SUGA is headlining his first-ever solo international tour. This event will be held at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark. Learn more here.
New Power Soul at Just Jakes
Saturday, April 29th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Local Voices: Memories, Stories, + Portraits Exhibit at Grounds For Sculpture
Sunday, April 30th | Various times
This exhibit will be on display at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.
Spiral Q: The Parade at Grounds For Sculpture
Sunday, April 30th | Various times
This exhibit will be on display at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate, Public Skating Sessions, + Family Stick + Puck
Sunday, April 30th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
April Family Sundays at The Newark Museum of Art
Sunday, April 30th | 10AM – 5PM
Enjoy a day of fun activities for the whole family at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Blue Sphere Jazz Brunch at Lorena’s
Sunday, April 30th | 11AM – 2PM
This event will be held at 160 Maplewood Avenue in Maplewood. Learn more here.
The Gates of Greenwood at Greenwood Gardens
Sunday, April 30th | 3PM-4:30PM
Join historian Peter McCourt for an in-depth exploration of the two important historic iron gates situated at Greenwood Gardens. This event will be held at 274 Old Short Hills Road in Short Hills. Learn more here.
Gipsy Kings at NJPAC
Sunday, April 30th | 7PM
The Gipsy Kings are bringing a performance of flamenco, salsa, and pop to unite fans across countries and cultures. This event will take place at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Animal Kingdom Exhibit at Newark Museum of Art
Ongoing
This exhibit explores a series of immersive and interactive experiences featuring art, animal specimen, and hands-on activities for all ages. This event will take place at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Imaginature: Children’s Book Art at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Ongoing until May 14th
This exhibition features illustrations, paintings, and woodblock prints by award-winning artists Margaret Peot and Giselle Potter at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
Discovery Weekends at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Ongoing
Explore the Arboretum when the gardens and grounds are alive with the sights and sounds of spring. This event will be held at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
Arboretum Afternoons: Tremendous Trees at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Thursday, April 27th | 4PM-5PM
Children can enjoy exploring nature with the Arboretum’s Environmental Educators. Stories, hikes, themed games, experiments, and one-of-a-kind art projects are all part of the fun. This event will be held at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
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- HDSID Farmers Market — Jersey City | April 27th; Learn more here.
- Pints, Pours, + Pups at Paragon Tap + Table — Clark | April 27th; Learn more here.
- Food Truck Thursdays at Biertuempful Park — Union | April 27th; Learn more here.
- Hackensack Brewing Vinyl Thursdays — Hackensack | April 27th; Learn more here.
- Van Vorst Farmers Market — Jersey City | April 29th; Learn more here.
- Spring Market at Corgi Spirits — Jersey City | April 29th; Learn more here.
- Florham Park Food Truck Festival — Florham Park | April 30th; Learn more here.
- Paramus Food Truck + Music Festival — Paramus | April 30th; Learn more here.
- Clinton Community Farmers Market — Clinton | April 30th; Learn more here.
- Morris Winter Farmers Market — Morris | April 30th; Learn more here.
- Summit Farmer’s Market — Summit | April 30th; Learn more here.
Bubble + Flow at the Tiny Gallery Montclair
Ongoing until May 12th
Dive into the underwater vistas of Bloomfield artist Trillian. Her aquatic-inspired installation, featuring sculptures and paintings, immerses you in a world of vibrant color and bioluminescence. This event will be held at 8 Stanford Place in Montclair. Learn more here.
Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Monday, May 1st | 9:30AM – 10:45AM
Enjoy a meditative yoga class virtually or at 21 Van Vleck Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
MAM Art Studio at Montclair Art Museum
Tuesday, May 2nd | 7PM – 9PM
Join Out Montclair for a night at the museum where guests will see Vanessa German’s exhibition “please imagine all the things i cannot say” and enjoy a hands-on lesson from a MAM professional. This event will be held at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Wind Down Wednesdays at Casa de Flora Bar
Wednesday, May 3rd | 6PM – 10PM
Enjoy pizza, pasta, and wine at 75 Washington Street in Bloomfield. Learn more here.
Live Music Wednesdays at Luna Stella
Wednesday, May 3rd | 6PM – 9PM
Enjoy live music at Luna Stella while you eat dinner and have a drink. This event will be held at 5 Highland Place in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Wellness Wednesday Hosted by NJPAC on Zoom
Wednesday, May 3rd | 7PM
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a Chinese dance class instructed by Kerry Lee. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.
Laughs in the Loft at SOPAC
Wednesday, May 3rd | 7:30PM
Come see SOPAC”s monthly series featuring several stand-up comics like Katie Hannigan, and Matt Jenkins, among others. This event will be held at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
MB Cornhole League: Spring Tournament at Montclair Brewery
Wednesday, May 3rd | 6PM – 8:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Taproom Trivia at Montclair Brewery
Wednesday, May 3rd | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Human Needs Food Pantry | 9 Label Street, Montclair
Opportunities to give back to the community are always available here. As a necessary component to the operation of the food pantry, volunteers are needed to do tasks from packaging fruits + vegetables to sorting donated clothes. For those who would like to interact with the community, the opportunity to deliver food to homebound clients is available. Learn more here.
Kids Helping Kids | 229 Midland Avenue
The name of this non-profit is really all that needs to be known to understand the scope of the work. Kids Helping Kids engages middle + high school students in service projects that directly support underserved kids in the area. Since its inception, over 65,000 students have benefited from this partnership across 139 schools through the help of over 5,200 volunteers. 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.
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Have a great weekend, xo
Things to Do Between December 26-January 1 in Montclair + Northern NJ
We're on a break and it's the in-between of the holidays — but don't worry, there is still SO much to do locally over the next few days and we're sharing our full events calendar for easy browsing. Below is the linked list of Montclair and Northern New Jersey events happening from December 26th, 2024 through January 1st, 2025. Don’t forget — you can also submit your events to our community guide HERE (we approve pending events daily).
Disclaimer: This is a community resource. Submit events HERE and view the full calendar HERE.
The Montclair Girl is not affiliated with hosting unless explicitly stated.
Usually, we put out a weekly events guide showcasing 100+(!!) events happening throughout the current week in Montclair, Essex County, and greater New Jersey. This week, we're changing things up a bit and linking our full events calendar so you can peruse all of the local events happening at your convenience while we're away until 1/6.
CLICK HERE FOR OUR EVENTS CALENDAR
Don't forget — you can submit your own event at any time to our calendar HERE.
See below for a few other fun things to keep you occupied while we're away.
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CASA for Children of Essex County | 212 Washington Street #912, Newark
CASA for Children of Essex County specializes in serving children placed in foster care. CASA aka “Court Appointed Special Advocates” helps children find safe, permanent homes as quickly as possible. CASA’s values are rooted in believing that children in foster care deserve equal opportunities to thrive. Learn more here.
Kids in Cleats | Montclair
While this organization houses its roots here in New Jersey, its effects are felt globally. Over 46% of children living in the African country of Cameroon live below the poverty line, living with HIV/AIDS, and/ or experiencing malnutrition. Kids in Cleats was created by Julio Tasse, a native of Cameroon who was able to overcome the odds of success through the sport of soccer. He now uses his talents and love for the sport as a vehicle to help children rise out of the current situation. Proper soccer fields, community centers, and coaching staff are provided to help break the cycle of poverty. Support is needed locally and internationally. Learn more here.
Mental Health Association of Essex + Morris | 33 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair
Mental health is often highly stigmatized in society and the media. The Mental Health Association of Essex and Morris is working to reverse this stigma and provide support to those living with mental illness as well as their 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.
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Have a great weekend, xo
