Essex County is still soaking up these last few weeks of summer as the fun happenings pile up for this weekend. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with a paint and pot with Mind Your Beads and Seeds, a maker’s market night, a Jamaican Independence Day celebration at Montclair Brewery, and more. Check out the list of all the events happening this weekend, August 18th – August 21st.
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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Lukin Center’s Virtual Events + FREE Phone Consultation
Thursday, August 18th at 2:00PM and Wednesday, August 24th at 2:00PM | BOOK CONSULTATION
Lukin Center for Psychotherapy, located at 51 Upper Montclair Plaza, Suite 27 in Montclair, is a family-owned and operated practice that matches every patient with the clinician who has the right mix of skills, training, and personality for the best outcomes possible. This Thursday at 2:00PM, Lukin Center will be a guest on the Montclair’s Health Department’s Mayor Wellness Campaign Facebook live to discuss how to mentally and physically prepare for back to school. Then on Wednesday, August 24th, Lukin Center will host its own Instagram live — featuring couples therapists who will talk about common issues that come up in relationships + tips on how to navigate them. Plus, MG readers can receive a FREE 15-minute phone consultation when you mention “Montclair Girl”. Call 201-409-0393 or email drlukin@lukincenter.com for any inquiries or more information about the practice.
Click here to book your mental health consultation, follow on Instagram to join the live event, and click here to learn more about Lukin Center for Psychotherapy.
Montclair Girl’s Real Estate Directory
Just Launched | BROWSE DIRECTORY
The Montclair Girl readers are always seeking recommendations on everything from real estate rental buildings and condos for sale in the North Jersey area, so we thought it’d be helpful to create a guide to these buildings and homes. Meet our new Real Estate Directory, a curated (and ever-growing) list of real estate buildings in the greater North Jersey area. Discover these local real estate properties, compare and connect for tours, and keep checking back as the directory will be updated on a routine basis with new listings.
Check out the directory and browse properties here, and to learn more about MG’s Real Estate Directory, click here.
Personalized Help from the Access Navigator at Montclair Public Library
Thursday, August 18th | 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.
Codey Arena Adult Skating Session + Public Skating Session
Thursday, August 18th | Various times
This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Alice + Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium at Newark Museum of Art
Thursday, August 18th | 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.
Horizon Foundation Sounds of the City: Milo Z at NJPAC
Thursday, August 18th | 6PM
This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Open Mic Night with Goldpants LLC at Montclair Brewery
Thursday, August 18th | 7PM – 9:30PM
Enjoy music, comedy, poetry, and drama at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Montclair Moves: A Night of Movement + Community Hosted by Pharmacie Bar + Kitchen + Wellmont Theater
Thursday, August 18th | 7PM – 8:15PM
Enjoy sunset yoga at Wellmont Arts Plaza, Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Thursday Trivia Night at Pineapple Express BBQ
Thursday, August 18th | 8PM
Win prizes and enjoy food and drink specials at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
The Theater Project Presents: A Jersey Cantata at Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts
Thursday, August 18th | 8PM – 10PM
This event will be held at 10 Durand Road in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Showings at The Clairidge
Friday, August 19th
Films like Beast and Back to the Future are playing this weekend. These events will be held at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session + Family Stick + Puck
Friday, August 19th | 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 19th | 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 19th | 1PM
Spencer will be showing at 17 Gould Street in Verona. Learn more here.
Hello Honey Hair Co’s First Maker’s Market Night
Friday, August 19th | 5PM – 8PM
Enjoy shopping, snacking, and socializing at 224 Lorraine Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Iliza Shlesinger: Back in Action at NJPAC
Friday, August 19th | 7PM
This comedian will be performing at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Live Music: Quiz Show at Montclair Brewery
Friday, August 19th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Enjoy this musical collective at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Event Horizon at Just Jakes
Friday, August 19th | 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 20th | 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.
Ride to Help Kids With Cancer + Blood Disorders at Ride It Fitness
Saturday, August 20th | 9AM, 12PM
All of the proceeds from this event will go to the Valerie Fund to help kids with cancer and blood disorders, and it will be held at 50 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session + Family Stick + Puck
Saturday, August 20th | Various times
This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Young Gardeners Club at Essex County Environmental Center
Saturday, August 20th | 10AM – 11AM
This event is for children ages K-12 and will meet at Garibaldi Hall, 621B Eagle Rock Avenue in Roseland. Learn more here.
Bike Right – Learn to Ride at Essex County Environmental Center
Saturday, August 20th | 10:30AM – 12:30PM
This event is for those ages five and up and be at Garibaldi Hall, 621B Eagle Rock Avenue in Roseland. Learn more here.
Honoring the Spirit of Rebellion: A Celebration of Nat Turner Park
Saturday, August 20th | 12PM – 4PM
Celebrate the history of Nat Turner Park, enjoy family-friendly activities, and record your own history with the Newark Story Bus at 251-259 18th Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
4th Annual Jamaica Independence Day Celebration at Montclair Brewery
Saturday, August 20th | 1PM
Celebrate with island-inspired drinks, music, and treats at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Sophisticated Science at the Turtle Back Zoo
Saturday, August 20th | 1PM – 3PM
A conservation program that covers topics such as animal anatomy, habitats and conservation, animal careers, and more. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Sunset Saturdays – Linda + The Love Tones at Maplewood Village
Saturday, August 20th | 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Enjoy live music on the street at Maplewood Village at this family-friendly event. Learn more here.
Monarch Migration 2022 Celebration at Crane Park Sponsored by Northeast Earth Coalition
Saturday, August 20th | 3:30PM – 6:30PM
Listen to composer and musician Gerry Hazel at Crane Park in Montclair. Learn more here.
Suyat at Just Jakes
Saturday, August 20th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session + Family Stick + Puck
Sunday, August 21st | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Blues + Brews: Robert Hill Band at Montclair Brewery
Sunday, August 21st | 5:30PM – 7:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
UB40/The Wailers/ Maxi Priest + Big Mountain: Bigga Baggariddim Tour at NJPAC
Sunday, August 21st | 7PM
This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Wonders of the Wild at the Turtle Back Zoo
Saturday, August 20th | 1PM – 3PM
This event is an opportunity to participate in supplementary science and nature-themed programs and projects that facilitate scientific literacy and life-long environmental stewardship. This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Eyes of the Wild Animal Show at Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, August 23rd | 2PM – 3PM
Learn about animals that spend some of their time in the water at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Music Mondays: Jazz House Kids Performance at Montclair Public Library
Monday, August 22nd | 5PM – 6PM
This family-friendly performance will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
New Jersey Wood Turners at Essex County Environmental Center
Monday, August 22nd | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Discover the wonders of creating art from found pieces of wood. This event will meet at Garibaldi Hall, 621 Eagle Rock Avenue in Roseland. Learn more here.
Open Level Pilates on the Mat at Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, August 23rd | 11AM – 11:45AM
This classic Pilates series is a virtual event. Learn more here.
The Everything Book Club at Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, August 23rd | 1PM – 2PM
This librarian-led event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Paint + Pot With Mind Your Beads + Seeds at Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, August 23rd | 4PM – 5:30PM
Decorate your own pot and take home a plant friend at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
South Orange Summer Nights at SOPAC
Wednesday, August 24th
Enjoy free concerts, food trucks, activities, and more at Floods Hill in Meadowland Park, 100 N Ridgewood Road in South Orange. Learn more here.
The Arabic Roots of “Western” Medicine at Montclair Public Library
Wednesday, August 24th | 6:30PM – 8PM
This event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Virtual Meditation at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Wednesday, August 24th | 7PM – 9PM
This evening meditation class is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Sahara Moon at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Wednesday, August 24th | 7PM
This singer-songwriter will be performing at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. 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.
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.
Salvation Army | Montclair
For 125 years, The Montclair Citadel Corps has been a beacon of hope + 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. Learn more here.
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Have a great weekend, xo
