Essex County and beyond are full of summer happenings as we settle into the middle of August. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with the Montclair Jazz Festival, the Maplewood House Music Festival, trivia night at Pineapple Express BBQ, and more. Check out the list of all the events happening this weekend, August 11th – August 14th.
Disclaimer: Events are always subject to change, but please keep in mind that some events may have been impacted by the water main break in Essex County currently affecting Newark, Bloomfield, Nutley, and Belleville. 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 and changes due to the water main break, please contact the host directly.
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Personalized Help from the Access Navigator at Montclair Public Library
Thursday, August 11th | 10AM – 4PM
Montclair Public Library’s Navigator will meet with individuals to help improve their digital literacy, guide them toward new employment, or develop new skills in general. This event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Summer 2022 MILL Classes: Flower Anatomy at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Thursday, August 11th | 11:30AM
Explore flowers and their different parts at 21 Van Vleck Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Alice + Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium at Newark Museum of Art
Thursday, August 11th | 2PM, 3PM
An interactive theater for learning about astronomy, space, and planetary science. This event will be held at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session
Thursday, August 11th | 4:15PM
This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Horizon Foundation Sounds of the City: Jon B at NJPAC
Thursday, August 11th | 6PM
This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Silk Painting at Montclair Art Museum
Thursday, August 11th | 6:30PM – 9:30PM
Create colorful designs on silk using special silk dyes at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here. Be sure to check directly with the museum to make sure there are still spots available, as these events can fill up and close.
Open Mic Night with Goldpants LLC at Montclair Brewery
Thursday, August 11th | 7PM – 9:30PM
Enjoy music, comedy, poetry, and drama at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Thursday Trivia Night at Pineapple Express BBQ
Thursday, August 11th | 8PM
Win prizes and enjoy food and drink specials at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Showings at The Clairidge
Friday, August 12th
Films like Bodies Bodies Bodies and I Love My Dad are playing this weekend. These events will be held at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Friday, August 12th + Saturday, August 13th
This event is a long-running meteor shower that reaches its peak for New Jersey around the middle of August. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session + Family Stick + Puck
Friday, August 12th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Lunch Crunch at Ride It Fitness
Friday, August 12th | 12PM – 12:45PM
This event will be held at 50 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Friday Afternoon Movie at Verona Public Library
Friday, August 12th | 1PM
This event will be held at 17 Gould Street in Verona. Learn more here.
Tanisha Fordham’s The Ego at Mulberry Commons Park
Friday, August 12th | 6PM – 9PM
This new musical will be presented at Mulberry Commons Park, Mulberry Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Mix, Mingle, + Music with Montclair Jazz Festival at Montclair Brewery
Friday, August 12th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Enjoy music and a special Jazz Fest brew at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Changing Lanes at Just Jakes
Friday, August 12th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station
Saturday, August 13th | 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.
Celebrate the Meadowlands Hosted by Regional Plan Association + Hackensack Riverkeeper
Saturday, August 13th | 10AM – 4PM
Explore the history, ecological significance, and natural beauty of the Meadowlands at Laurel Hill Park, Laurel Hill Road in Secaucus. Learn more here.
Architecture Walking Tour at Montclair History Center
Saturday, August 13th | 10AM – 11AM
Look for architectural details in the homes located on the streets near the Crane House & Historic YWCA. Learn more here.
Buzzfest at Essex County Environmental Center
Saturday, August 13th | 10AM, 11AM, 12PM, 1PM
This event with local beekeepers includes seeing a real hive, taste tests, learning about bees, and more, and will be held at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue in Roseland. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session
Saturday, August 13th | 11AM
This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Lackawanna Block Party at Montclair Jazz Festival
Saturday, August 13th | 12PM – 10PM
This event includes the JAZZ HOUSE Summer Workshop, a variety of Jazz performances, and more, and will be held at Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
1st Annual Maplewood House Music Festival
Saturday, August 13th | 12PM – 7PM
This event includes Kenny Bobian, a variety of DJ’s, and more, and will be held at Maplewood Memorial Park in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Sunset Saturdays – Courtney Sappington at Maplewood Village
Saturday, August 13th | 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Enjoy live music on the street at Maplewood Village at this family-friendly event. Learn more here.
Live Music with Brother Jerome at Montclair Brewery
Saturday, August 13th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This Reggae artist will be performing at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Beres Hammond: Solid Love Tour at NJPAC
Saturday, August 13th | 8PM
This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
The Benjamins at Just Jakes
Saturday, August 13th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Inspired Minds 2022 at SOPAC
Final Day: Sunday, August 14th
View this young artist exhibition at Herb + Milly Iris Gallery, One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session
Sunday, August 7th | 10AM, 12PM
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Sunday Spins: DJ No Requests at Montclair Brewery
Sunday, August 14th | 6:30PM – 9PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Garden Tales Kids Gardening Class at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Thursday, August 11th | 10AM – 11AM
Spend time in the edible garden at 21 Van Vleck Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Mondays Mean Art at Montclair Public Library
Monday, August 15th | 2PM – 3PM
Enjoy a fun STEAM activity while supplies last at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Let’s Get Growing for Kids: Garden Creatures at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Wednesday, August 17th | 9:30AM – 11:30AM
This hands-on gardening program will be held at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
Zoo-vies at the Turtle Back Zoo
Wednesday, August 17th | 7:30PM – 10:30PM
Watch Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings under the stars at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Music Mondays: Machinery of the Human Heart at Montclair Public Library
Monday, August 15th | 5PM – 6PM
This family-friendly performance will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Skating Session for Adults + Public Skating
Tuesday, August 16th | Various times
A skate session for those who are 35 years old and up. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Open Level Pilates on the Mat at Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, August 16th | 11AM – 11:45AM
This classic Pilates series is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Pollinator Day at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Tuesday, August 16th | 6PM – 7:30PM
Spend an educational evening in the garden learning about the importance of pollinators in our world at 21 Van Vleck Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Ashley Flowers at Bookends Bookstore
Tuesday, August 16th | 6PM
Pick up a copy of All Good People Here and have it signed at 211 East Ridgewood Avenue in Ridgewood. Learn more here.
Ice Dyeing at Montclair Art Museum
Tuesday, August 16th | 6:30PM – 9:30PM
Learn a unique process that combines Shibori and ice dyeing to create colorful patterns on fabric at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
South Orange Summer Nights at SOPAC
Wednesday, August 17th
Enjoy free concerts, food trucks, activities, and more at Floods Hill in Meadowland Park, 100 N Ridgewood Road in South Orange. Learn more here.
Let’s Sew a Popsicle Keychain at Montclair Public Library
Wednesday, August 17th | 4PM – 5PM
This event will be held at the Bellevue Avenue Branch, 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Finding Bigfoot at Essex County Environmental Center
Wednesday, August 17th | 5:30PM – 7:30PM
Uncover the mysteries of Bigfoot and look for signs at 621 Eagle Rock Road in Roseland. Learn more here.
Poetry in the Park at Maplewood Memorial Park
Wednesday, August 17th | 6PM – 8PM
This event will be held at 580 Valley Street in Maplewood. Learn more here.
NMOA Summer Series | Bass + Flute Extravaganza at Newark Museum of Art
Wednesday, August 17th | 7PM
This musical program will be held at 49 Washington Street in Newark. 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.
Montclair Fund for Women | 41 Watchung Plaza
Originally known as the Young Colored Women’s Christian Association, this organization was founded by African American women who came to Montclair in search of education, employment, + opportunity. As time passed, the organization not only changed its name; it joined forces with women of all backgrounds + became a prominent force in the community. Since its inception, the Montclair Fund for Women has given over $800,000 in grants to provide opportunities to women. Learn more here.
The Montclair Inn | 27 Hillside Avenue
Affordable housing for senior citizens that includes food, mobility access, Wifi, + more can be difficult to secure. For some time, the Montclair Shared Housing Association is providing this opportunity while fostering a great community. All residents have access to a private bedroom, kitchen appliances, semi-private bedroom, three meals a day, laundry facility, Wifi, + community space. While residents do have a monthly rental fee, services + amenities are made possible in large part by donors. Learn more here.
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Have a great weekend, xo
