60 Things to Do in the Montclair + North Jersey Area | August 10-13

As we near mid-August in Essex County, there are lots of summer happenings to check out in the area. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with a Restorative Rhythms Yoga at Yoga Mechanics, Montclair Jazz Festival Block Party at Lackawanna Plaza, The Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Clairidge, and more. Check out the list of all the events + things to do in North Jersey this weekend, August 10th – August 13th, 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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NYC Restaurants Pop-Up at Elitist Coffee

Friday, August 11th and Saturday, August 12th from 5:30PM – 8:30PM | ORDER NOW

This Friday and Saturday from 5:30PM-8:30PM, Elitist Coffee, located at 154 Valley Street, Upper Level in South Orange is partnering with Outpost to pop up two of NYC’s award-winning restaurants at its coffee shop. You can enjoy a curated selection of tamales from Evelia’s Tamales and southern favorites from Charles Pan-Fried Chicken — both of which were featured in Anthony’s Bourdain’s “Parts Unknown”, James Beard Awards, Eater, NY Times and more. Plus, you can receive $5 off any orders of $10+ when you use the code ‘THEMONTCLAIRGIRL’ when placing your online order (valid until 8:30PM 8/12/2023). Not to mention, any MG readers who pre-order 12+ hours in advance will save an additional 5% on their order.

Click here to place your order and learn more Elitist Coffee x Outpost Pop Up events.

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The Local Girl Real Estate Listings

Live Now | BROWSE THE DIRECTORY

To make home hunting that much simpler, our parent brand The Local Girl has launched a Real Estate Listings Directory. The directory is an ever-growing, curated list of real estate properties throughout New Jersey, from Montclair + Essex County to the Jersey Shore. Whether you’re looking for a new house, condo, rental, or you’re looking to list your property as a realtor or owner, we’re here to help you find your way home.

Click here to browse The Local Girl’s real estate listings directory and click here to learn more about how it works.

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Summer Pop-Up Exhibit at West Orange Arts Center

Ongoing until August 13th

A pop-up exhibition that features the work of West Orange Arts Council member artists. This event will be held at 551 Valley Road in West Orange. Learn more here.

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Spiral Q: The Parade at Grounds For Sculpture

Ongoing

This exhibit is on display at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.

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Codey Arena Public Skating Sessions + Family Stick + Puck

Saturday, August 12th | Various times

These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.

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Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station

Saturday, August 12th | 8AM – 2PM

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.

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Outdoor Yoga Class Series with D at Orange Park

Saturday, August 12th | 10AM

An all-level vinyasa flow that works on breathwork, focusing on safety points, and more. This class will be held in Orange. Learn more here.

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Montclair Jazz Festival Block Party at Lackawanna Plaza

Saturday, August 12th | 12PM – 10PM

A party that will have 10 hours of live music with 150 Jazz House musicians performing in seven big bands and a vocal choir. This event will be held at Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Live Music: Howlin’ Poets at Montclair Brewery

Saturday, August 12th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM

This musical event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Live Music: Jersey Swamp Cats at Shillelagh Pub

Saturday, August 12th | 8PM

This musical event will be held at 648 Prospect Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.

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Jammins Reggae Fest at NJPAC

Saturday, August 12th | 8PM

Join a night of reggae with rock singer Beres Hammond and special guests Romain Virgo + Louie Culture. This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.

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The Rocket Man Show at Wellmont Theater

Saturday, August 12th | 8PM

Watch a tribute show dedicated to singer Elton John. This event will be held at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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The Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Clairidge

Saturday, August 12th | 9PM

The Clairidge is proud to present the 1975 classic movie, The Rocky Horror Picture Show featuring The Ordinary Kids Floor Show. This event will be held at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

Montclair History Center’s Fall Heirloom Bulb Sale

Ongoing until September 18th

Choose from thirteen varieties of narcissi, tulips, allium, crocus, and hyacinths to add to your garden. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.

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Local Voices: Memories, Stories, + Portraits Exhibit at Grounds For Sculpture

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Animal Kingdom Exhibit at Newark Museum of Art

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Family Summer Movies at CityPlex 12

Wednesday, August 16th – Thursday, August 17th | 10AM

Families are welcome at CityPlex 12 for their free summer movies series where different movies will be shown each week. This event will be held at 360-394 Springfield Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.

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Virtual Sound + Reiki Workshop with The Eclectic Chic Boutique

Wednesday, August 16th | 5:15PM – 6PM

While binary beats for the class intention will play, Reiki Practitioner Jac will be channeling Reiki energy to your body. Registration is required. This event will be held on Zoom and in person at 547 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Open Crochet + Knitting Circle at The Eclectic Chic Boutique

Wednesday, August 16th | 6PM – 8PM

This is an open session where guests can come and bring a project they are working on. Registration is required. This event will be held at 547 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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New Moon Sister Circle at RIA Art Gallery

Wednesday, August 16th | 6:30PM – 8PM

Join a workshop and sound bath experience with Tracylee Percival. This event will be held at 204 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Montclair Brewery Cornhole League Summer Tournament

Wednesday, August 16th | 6:45PM – 9PM

Montclair’s own cornhole league meets at Montclair Brewery on Wednesday — players + spectators are encouraged to join the fun. This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here. 

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Taproom Trivia with DJ No Requests at Montclair Brewery

Wednesday, August 16th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM

This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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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.

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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.

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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