As we close off yet another week of August here in Essex County, there are many exciting happenings occurring during the weekend to enjoy the last couple weeks of the month. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with Sunset Yoga at The Wellmont Arts Plaza, One Love Caribbean Music Fest at Military Park, Pride in the Garden at Newark Museum of Art, and more. Check out the list of all the events + things to do in North Jersey this weekend, August 17th – August 20th, 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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3 Voyages While Standing Still at 73 See Gallery + Design Studio
Ongoing until September 7th
Browse Carol J Cohn’s exhibit, 3 Voyages While Standing Still. This event will be held at 33 Plymouth Street, 1st Floor in Montclair. Learn more here.
MILL Classes at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Thursday, August 17th | 1:30PM – 2:30PM
Meet new people and learn something new in Van Vleck’s garden setting. Registration is required. This event will be held at 21 Van Vleck Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Summer Sips + Dips at Women’s Club of Glen Ridge
Thursday, August 17th | 5PM – 7:30PM
Meet neighbors + members of the club while basking in the joys of summer with refreshing sips + delicious dips. This event will be held at 219 Ridgewood Avenue in Glen Ridge. Learn more here.
Horizon Sounds of The City Hosted by NJPAC
Thursday, August 17th | 6PM
Kindred the Family Soul will be performing. This event will be held at Chambers Plaza on NJPAC grounds in Newark. Learn more here.
Sunset Yoga at The Wellmont Arts Plaza
Thursday, August 17th | 7PM – 8:30PM
Practice yoga under the setting sun with other activities to follow. This event will be held at Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Sip + Sing Karaoke at Montclair Brewery
Thursday, August 17th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Thursday Trivia Night at Pineapple Express BBQ
Thursday, August 17th | 8PM
Win prizes and enjoy food and drink specials at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Cornerstone Café at Montclair Art Museum
Friday, August 18th | 10AM – 4PM
Explore the MAM’s in-house coffee shop at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Pride in the Garden at Newark Museum of Art
Friday, August 18th | 6PM -10PM
Come out for the evening as Fade to Black and JC Takeover bring their energy to The Newark Museum of Art’s garden. This event will be held at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Summer Streets: Mad Slap Tones at Maplewood Village
Friday, August 18th | 6:30PM – 8PM
Bring your lawn chairs and friends, grab some takeout, and enjoy live entertainment. This event will be held at Maplewood Village in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Live Music: Water Street at Montclair Brewery
Friday, August 18th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This musical event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Spiral Q: The Parade at Grounds For Sculpture
Ongoing
This exhibit is on display at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.
Electronic Waste Event at South Orange Public Works
Saturday, August 19th | 8AM – 12PM
South Orange and Maplewood residents are welcome to access the recycling facility to dispose of e-waste (electronic) items. This event will be held at 300 Walton Avenue in South Orange. Learn more here.
Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station
Saturday, August 18th | 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.
Family + New Mama Yoga at Unity Church of Sussex County
Saturday, August 19th | 9AM – 11:15AM
Join a relaxed family yoga class with another yoga session for new mothers to follow. This event will be held at 25 Mudcut Road in Lafayette. Learn more here.
Summer Yoga Release at Zeal Creative Studio
Saturday, August 19th | 10AM
An all-level vinyasa flow that works on breathwork, focusing on safety points, and more. This class will be held at 544 Freeman Street in Orange. Learn more here.
Rapid Ride with Matthew at Ride It Fitness
Saturday, August 19th | 10PM – 10:30PM
This workout class will be held at 50 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Montclair PBA Local #53 Car + Motorcycle Show at Lackawanna Plaza
Saturday, August 19th | 10AM – 3PM
This event will be held at the Lackawanna Plaza parking lot (between Bloomfield Avenue + Glenridge Avenue). Learn more here.
One Love Caribbean Music Fest at Military Park
Saturday, August 19th | 11AM – 8PM
An annual one-day music festival that aims to promote Caribbean Culture in New Jersey. This event will be held at 51 Park Place in Newark. Learn more here.
Annual Jamaica Independence Day Celebration at Montclair Brewery
Saturday, August 19th | 12PM – 11PM
Celebrate with island-inspired drinks, live music, and some of the finest Caribbean food around. This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
TRANStory Sanctuary with Out Montclair
Saturday, August 19th | 1PM – 3PM
A poetry program facilitated by Mariah Ayscue (he/King) that centers the stories of transgender, gender nonconforming, and nonbinary people. Location will be given upon RSVP. Learn more here.
LCS Championship at Prudential Center
Saturday, August 19th + Sunday, August 20th | 3PM
This esports tournament will be held at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Downtown After Sundown Live Music Series at Spiotta Park
Saturday, August 19th | 6:30PM – 8:30PM
From blues to pop, jazz to R&B, just about every musical style will be represented at South Orange Downtown’s free community concert series. This event will be held at 20-32 Village Plaza in South Orange. Learn more here.
Half Man Half Amazing Comedy Show in West Orange
Saturday, August 19th | 7PM – 10PM
Diggs + Terrence Parker will be performing in this comedic show. This event will be held at 350 Pleasant Valley Way in West Orange. Learn more here.
Parliament Funkadelic feat. George Clinton at Wellmont Theater
Saturday, August 19th | 8PM
This musical event will be held at 5 Seymour Street 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.
Local Voices: Memories, Stories, + Portraits Exhibit at Grounds For Sculpture
Ongoing
This exhibit will be on display at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.
Mama to Be Yoga at Station Park
Sunday, August 20th | 9AM -10AM
Enjoy a gentle Hatha-style yoga class. This event will be held at 100 Station Road in Sparta. Learn more here.
Blue Sphere Jazz Brunch at Lorena’s
Sunday, August 20th | 11AM – 2PM
This event will be held at 160 Maplewood Avenue in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Walk, Talk, + Taste Montclair History at Upper Bloomfield Avenue
Sunday, August 20th | 12PM – 3PM
Discover the food + stories that make Montclair unique on this 3-hour food tasting and historical walking tour. This event will be held at Valley Road and Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Disco Brunch at The Vanguard
Sunday, August 20th | 12PM – 4PM
Enjoy a disco-themed brunch while listening to beats by DJ Tre Smooth. This event will be held at 705 Frank E Rodgers Boulevard South in Harrison. Learn more here.
Paint + Plant Flower Pot Workshop at The Eclectic Chic Boutique
Sunday, August 20th | 2PM – 4PM
In this class, you will learn how to paint a 6″ clay flower pot. Registration is required. This event will be held at 547 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
The North Jersey Blues Society: Debra Devi at Montclair Brewery
Sunday, August 20th | 5:30PM – 7:30PM
The North Jersey Blues Society brings the blues to Montclair with guest, Debra Devi. This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Shakti: 50th Anniversary Tour at NJPAC
Sunday, August 20th | 7PM
This musical event will be held 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.
Summer Family Fun at Newark Museum of Art
Thursday, August 17th – Saturday, August 19th | 10AM – 5PM
Enjoy a day of fun activities for the whole family. This event will be held at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Friday Late Night Roller Skating at Branch Brook Park
Friday, August 18th | 5PM -7PM
Enjoy an afternoon of roller skating for the family. This event will be held at 7th Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
Jam With Jamie Music Class at Wordplay
Sunday, August 20th | 9:30AM – 10:15AM
Join a weekly interactive musical experience with classic children’s songs, rock n’ roll hits, and pop favorites. This event will be held at 4215 Town Center Way, 2nd Floor in Livingston. Learn more here.
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- HDSID Farmers Market — Jersey City | August 17th; Learn more here.
- Hackensack Brewing Vinyl Thursdays — Hackensack | August 17th; Learn more here.
- Union Farmer’s Market — Union | August 17th; Learn more here.
- Parsippany Farmers Market — Parsippany | August 18th; Learn more here.
- Yappy Hour at Wonder Bar — Asbury Park | August 19th + August 20th; Learn more here.
- Van Vorst Farmers Market — Jersey City | August 19th; Learn more here.
- Hoboken Uptown Farmers Market — Hoboken | August 19th; Learn more here.
- Bedminster Farmers Market — Bedminster | August 19th; Learn more here.
- Wayne Farmers Market — Wayne | August 19th; Learn more here.
- Woofstock Photos at JB Pet — Hawthrone | August 19th-22nd; Learn more here.
- Main Street Pops — Hoboken | August 20th; Learn more here.
- Clinton Community Farmers Market — Clinton | August 20th; Learn more here.
- West End Farmers Market — Hackettstown | August 20th; Learn more here.
- NJ Wiener Meetup in Hamilton Park — Jersey City | August 20th; Learn more here.
- Summit Farmers Market — Summit | August 20th; Learn more here.
- Garden State Plaza Farmers Market Hosted by Mega Bite — Paramus | August 20th; Learn more here.
- Farmers Market at Church Square Park — Hoboken | August 22nd; Learn more here.
Bloomfield Restaurant Week at Multiple Locations
Wednesday, August 23rd | Various times
This event will kick off with restaurant deals and live music and be held at multiple locations in Bloomfield. Learn more here.
Family Summer Movies at CityPlex 12
Wednesday, August 23rd – Thursday, August 24th | 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.
Finding Your Authentic Voice Session on Zoom
Wednesday, August 23rd | 6:30PM – 7:30PM
A session focusing on gender-affirming voice training. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.
Summer Wine Tasting at Felina
Wednesday, August 23rd | 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Enjoy a variety of summer wines, from crisp sauvignon blanc to refreshing rosés. This event will be held at 18 Prospect Street in Ridgewood. Learn more here.
Montclair Brewery Cornhole League Summer Tournament
Wednesday, August 23rd | 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.
Virtual Meditation on Zoom
Wednesday, August 23rd | 7PM – 9PM
Join Van Vleck House + Gardens for a series of evening meditation classes in the comfort of your own home via Zoom. This event will be held virtually. Learn more here.
Taproom Trivia with DJ No Requests at Montclair Brewery
Wednesday, August 23rd | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
First Seventh-Day Adventist Church Soup Kitchen | 15 Elmwood Avenue, Montclair
Every Sunday from 12PM-2:30PM, the soup kitchen at the First Seventh-Day Adventist Church is available to those in need in the community. Join as a volunteer in this ministry that has been in and of service for over a decade. Volunteers are needed to prepare + serve food. Learn more here.
LGBT Rain Foundation Essex County | 168 N Park Street, East Orange
The mission of LGBT Rain Foundation of Essex County is to get 18-26 LGBTQ+ people experiencing homelessness on the path from transitional housing to permanent housing. A variety of tasks are needed to run this foundation. Volunteers are asking to make a six-month commitment at a time to allow for relationship-building with the residents. Learn more here.
Montclair Neighborhood Development Corporation | 228 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair
Recreation, community, + education are essential to childhood development. Through various programs, the Montclair Neighborhood Development Corporation is able to provide a positive environment for children in the community. The year-long program, Project Oasis, is broken up into two seasons + focuses on closing the achievement gap among African American youth. These services are only made possible by the support of volunteers, mentors, + donors. Learn more here.
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Have a great weekend, xo
