The new year is here and Essex County is looking ahead to a new schedule of winter happenings. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with a New Jersey Devils game, Crystals for Your Zodiac Sign hosted by The Eclectic Chic Boutique, and more. Check out the list of all the events + things to do in North Jersey this weekend, January 5th – January 8th, 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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Codey Arena Senior Skating Session
Thursday, January 5th | 10:45AM – 12:15PM
This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
DJ Ride with James Van Ness at Ride it Fitness
Thursday, January 5th | 4PM – 4:30PM
This 30-minute event will be held at 50 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Crystals for Your Zodiac Sign with The Eclectic Chic Boutique
Thursday, January 5th | 6PM – 7PM
Guests will receive a custom kit based on their birthday + learn how to maximize the Earth’s natural resources to their advantage. This event will be held at 10 Sloan Street in South Orange. Learn more here.
Books + Banter: Verona Library Book Club
Thursday, January 5th | 6:30PM
Upcoming books include Girl Waits with Gun by Amy Stewart. This event will be held at 17 Gould Street in Verona. Learn more here.
Jim Gaffigan: Dark Pale Tour at NJPAC
Thursday, January 5th | 8PM
This comedian will be at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Thursday Trivia Night at Pineapple Express BBQ
Thursday, January 5th | 8PM
Win prizes and enjoy food and drink specials at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Night Forms: Infinite Wave Exhibition at Grounds for Sculpture
Various Dates + Times
This site-specific, multi-sensory experience will kick off and run until April 2, 2023. This event will be held at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.
Friday, January 6th | Various times
Films like Corsage, A Simple Plan, M3GAN, and more are playing this weekend. These events will be held at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Rapid Ride with Matthew at Ride It Fitness
Friday, January 6th | 7:30AM – 8AM
This workout class will be held at 50 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session + Learn to Skate
Friday, January 6th | 4:45PM – 6:15PM
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
New Year, New You at MEUS Loft
Friday, January 6th | 6:30PM – 8:30PM
This meditation event will be held at 104 Baker Street in Maplewood. Learn more here.
1964: The Tribute Live at The Wellmont Theater
Friday, January 6th | 7PM
For over 30 years, “1964” has thrilled audiences with what is considered to be the most authentic and endearing tribute to The Beatles. This event will be held at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Mindful Self-Compassion Course with Marcie Handler + Beth Sandweiss
Friday, January 6th | 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, January 6th | 10AM – 4PM
Explore the MAM’s new in-house coffee shop at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Chair Yoga on Zoom Hosted by Verona Public Library
Friday, January 6th | 11AM
This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Shane Ashen at Montclair Brewery
Friday, January 6th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This Wayne-native singer/songwriter will be performing at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Night Anthem at Just Jakes
Friday, January 6th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Readings With Jem at Houss Freya
Saturday, January 7th
Jem is a Divine Feminine, Intuitive Reader, Channeling Medium and Spiritual Advisor, with 25 years of studying and reading Tarot. This event will be held at 547 Valley Road in Upper Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session + Learn to Skate
Saturday, January 7th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station
Saturday, January 7th | 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.
New Jersey Devils vs. New York Rangers
Saturday, January 7th | 1PM
This NHL game will be held at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Metropolitan Riveters vs. Boston Pride at American Dream
Saturday, January 7th | 7PM – 9PM
This Premier Hockey Federation event (women’s professional ice hockey) will be held at 1 American Dream Way in East Rutherford. Learn more here.
Newark Winter Village at Prudential Center
Ongoing | 1PM – 8PM
Visitors of all ages can enjoy ice skating, go-karts various games + activities, and an open-air marketplace featuring local vendors. This event will be held at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Joe Locke Trio — Bethany Jazz Vespers Hosted by NJPAC
Saturday, January 7th | 6PM
This event will be held at Bethany Baptist Church, 275 West Market Street in Newark. Learn more here.
New Jersey Symphony: Daniil Trifonov Performs Brahms at NJPAC
Saturday, January 7th | 8PM
This musical event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Aftershock at Just Jakes
Saturday, December 17th | 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 Session
Sunday, January 8th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
The Dave Stryker Trio Prime at SOPAC
Sunday, January 8th | 7PM
Guitarist Dave Stryker and his trio with organist Jared Gold and drummer McClenty Hunter are fresh off their summer tour opening for Grammy-award-winning band Steely Dan. This event will be held at 1 SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Listen in the Library Storytime at Montclair Public Library
Thursday, January 5th | 11AM – 11:30AM
Kids ages 5 and under are invited to storytime at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Science Extravaganza at Newark Museum of Art
Saturday, January 7th | 10AM – 5PM
Enjoy a day of family-friendly science activities at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Winter Drop-in Crafts at Montclair Public Library
Monday, January 8th | 4PM – 5PM
For children in Kindergarten to third grade, there will be craft-making activities all month long at the library’s main branch. This event will be held at 50 S Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
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- Winter Walk Holiday Lights in Taylor Park — Millburn | Ongoing; Learn more here.
- Patio Pups at Mainbrook Tavern — Manalapan | January 5th; Learn more here.
- Super Pet Expo — Edison | January 6th-8th; Learn more here.
- Fire + Frost Event at Peddler’s Village — Lahaska, PA | January 6th + 7th: Learn more here.
Reiki Sharing + Healing Circle Hosted by The Eclectic Chic Boutique
Monday, January 9th | 6PM – 7PM
Learn about Reiki at 10 Sloan Street in South Orange. Learn more here.
Open Level Pilates on the Mat Hosted by Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, January 10th | 3PM – 5:30PM
This series follows the original blueprint created by Joseph Pilates over a century ago, utilizing all 34 exercises of the Pilates Mat sequence. This event will be held virtually over Zoom. Learn more here.
Winter Interest Walk at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Tuesday, January 10th | 2PM – 4PM
Take a winter walk throughout the Arboretum with Curatorial Director of Horticulture John Beirne. This event will be held at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
Trivia Night at The Fox + Falcon
Wednesday, January 11th | 7PM – 9PM
This event will be held at 19 Valley Street in South Orange. Learn more here.
Taproom Trivia with Hey Jersey at Montclair Brewery
Wednesday, January 11th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Darren from Hey Jersey will host taproom trivia, where players have the chance to win free drink cards. This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. 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, but also 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.
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.
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
