The month of June is in full swing and a variety of brand new and exciting summer happenings are popping up all over North Jersey. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has got you covered with Montclair Pride, Bands, Barbecue, Brews, Juneteenth events, and more. Check out this list of all the events happening this weekend, June 9th – June 12th.
Disclaimer: Events are subject to change. 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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Personalized Help from the Access Navigator at Montclair Public Library
Thursday, June 9th | 10AM – 4PM
Montclair Public Library’s Navigator will meet with individuals to help improve their digital literacy, guide them towards new employment, or develop new skills in general. This event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Exploring Russia: Mountains, Mammoths, + Mongols at Montclair Public Library
Thursday, June 2nd | 10:30AM – 12PM
Dive into the aspects of Russia’s land at this virtual event. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Skating Session for Adults
Thursday, June 9th | 10:45AM – 12:15PM
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.
Pride Stride with Fleet Feet Hosted by Out Montclair at Montclair Brewery
Thursday, June 9th | 6PM – 8PM
This walking and running event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Max Weinberg’s Jukebox at SOPAC
Thursday, June 9th | 7:30PM
This Rock-and-Roll Hall of Fame drummer and South Orange native will be performing at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Thursday Trivia Night at Pineapple Express BBQ
Thursday, June 9th | 8PM
Win prizes and enjoy food and drink specials at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
EST Gee at The Wellmont Theater
Thursday, June 9th | 8PM
This American rapper and songwriter will be performing at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Showings at The Clairidge
Friday, June 10th
Films like The Adventures of Priscilla: Queen of the Desert and Jurassic World Dominion 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, June 10th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Coffee, Tea, + Pastries at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Friday, June 10th | 10:30AM – 12PM
Overlook the gardens with coffee or tea at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
Intermediate Ukulele at Montclair Public Library
Friday, June 10th | 1:30PM – 2:30PM
Learn songs in additional keys, a variety of strumming patterns, and learn to play melodic solos on the ukulele. This event will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Pride Tie-Dye at Verona Public Library
Friday, June 10th | 3:30PM – 4:30PM
Create a tie-dye t-shirt at 17 Gould Street in Verona. Learn more here.
Big Queer Prom at The Woodland
Friday, June 10th | 7PM – 10PM
A free public party for for LGBTQ+ people as well as allies. This event will be held at 60 Woodland Road in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Jersey New Moves at NJPAC
Friday, June 10th | 7PM
This performance of local choreographers will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Live Music with Lenahawkin at Montclair Brewery
Friday, June 10th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This classic Rock cover band will be performing at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Ana Gabriel: Por Amor a Ustedes at NJPAC
Friday, June 10th | 8PM
This Grammy and Latin Grammy nominated singer will be performing at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Tito Cheeto Tour – Andrew Santino at The Wellmont Theater
Friday, June 10th | 8PM
This comedian will be performing at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Joan Osborne at SOPAC
Friday, June 10th | 8PM
This multi-platinum selling recording artist and 7-time Grammy nominee will be performing at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Crash the Party at Just Jakes
Friday, June 10th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Critique Group Showcase at Studio Montclair
Ongoing until July 15
See the work of 34 artists that participated in the critique group initiate at 127 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session + Family Stick + Puck
Saturday, June 11th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Baker Street YogaFest!
Saturday, June 11th | 7:30AM – 5:15PM
A day of celebrating community with yoga at 97 Baker Street in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station
Saturday, June 11th | 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.
Saturday Morning Outdoor Yoga at Essex County Environmental Center
Saturday, June 11th | 10AM – 11AM
Enjoy outdoor yoga at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue in Roseland. Learn more here.
Public Tour: Celebrate Pride Month at Montclair Art Museum
Saturday, June 11th | 11AM – 12PM
A tour featuring art made by LGBTQ+ artisits at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Alice + Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium at Newark Museum of Art
Saturday, June 11th | 11AM, 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.
Montclair Pride 2022
Saturday, June 11th | 12PM – 8PM
Hosted by Out Montclair, The Montclair Pride Festival will be held in Downtown Montclair with over 100 vendors and sponsors, games, live music, and more. Learn more here.
Sunset Saturdays – Marley Striem at Maplewood Village
Saturday, June 11th | 6PM – 8PM
Enjoy live music on the street at Maplewood Village at this family-friendly event. Learn more here.
Nemr at NJPAC
Saturday, June 11th | 7PM
This comedian will be performing at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Music Under the June Moon at Anderson Park
Saturday, June 11th | 7:30PM – 9PM
The Chambers Music Society of North Jersey will be performing at 274 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Montclair Pride Concert – Betty Who at The Wellmont Theater
Saturday, June 11th | 8PM
This Australian pop artist will be performing at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Bria Skonberg Quartet at SOPAC
Saturday, June 11th | 8PM
This trumpet player and vocalist will be performing at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Argus Quartet at Morris Museum
Saturday, June 11th | 8PM
This event is a part of the Lots of Strings Music Festival, and will be held at 6 Normandy Heights Road in Morristown. Learn more here.
New Power Soul at Just Jake’s
Saturday, June 11th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This band will be performing at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Public Skating Session + Family Stick + Puck
Sunday, June 12th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
North Jersey Pride Festival
Sunday, June 12th | 12PM – 6PM
A family-friendly celebration of love, respect, and unity at Memorial Park in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Montclair Race Amity Day Celebration at Montclair History Center
Sunday, June 12th | 12PM – 2PM
Enjoy activities and a picnic Crane House + Historic YMCA at 110 Orange Road in Montclair. Learn more here.
Bands, Barbecue, + Brews Part II at Pineapple Express BBQ
Sunday, June 12th | 1PM – 6PM
This event features local acts, outdoor games, brews, and more, and will be held at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
TMMA Pop/Rock Showcase at Montclair Brewery
Sunday, June 12th | 2PM – 4:30PM
This event celebrates students from the Modern Music Academy, and will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
New Jersey Symphony: An American Rhapsody at NJPAC
Sunday, June 12th | 3PM
This season finale will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Symphony X at The Wellmont Theater
Sunday, June 12th | 7PM
This New Jersey band will be performing at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Richie Furay at SOPAC
Sunday, June 12th | 7PM
This country artist will be performing at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Night + 5 Love Languages (Self-Guided)
Ongoing
Enjoy a pop-up picnic sunset date with fun digital activities at Weequahic Park, Meeker Avenue in Newark. Learn more here.
Listen on the Lawn at Montclair Public Library
Thursday, June 9th | 11AM – 11:30AM
An in-person storytime for children up to age 5. This event will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Monica Wellington, Eggs From Red Hen Farm Storytime Hosted by Watchung Booksellers
Friday, June 10th | 4PM – 4:30PM
This event will be held at the Watchung Plaza Green in Montclair. Learn more here.
Outdoor Adventures: Insect Safari at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Saturday, June 11th | 10AM – 1PM
Explore the outdoor world through crafts, scavenger hunts, activities, and displays. This event will be held at 21 Van Vleck Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Wonders of the Wild at the Turtle Back Zoo
Saturday, June 11th | 1PM – 3PM
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.
June Family Sundays at Newark Museum of Art
Sunday, June 12th | 10AM
A day of family fun activities at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Sunday Studio at Montclair Art Museum
Sunday, June 12th | 1PM, 2PM, 3PM
A family-friendly art-making activity inspired by the museum’s current exhibitions. This event will be held at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Pride Storytime at Montclair Public Library
Wednesday, June 15th | 11AM – 11:30AM
A storytime for ages 0-5 to celebrate inclusion and diversity in a family-friendly environment at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Tales on the Trails: Life of a Honeybee at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Wednesday, June 15th | 1PM – 1:45PM
This storytime, walk, and craft/activiity will be held at 21 Van Vleck Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
American Sign Language For Beginners Class at Montclair Public Library
Monday, June 13th | 6PM – 7PM
Learn fingerspelling, vocabulary, and ASL concepts, and become familiar with Deaf culture. This event will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
PSEG True Diversity Series Presents Juneteenth: Developing Black Wealth at NJPAC
Monday, June 13th | 7PM
This panel will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Skating Session for Adults
Tuesday, June 14th | 10:45AM – 12:15PM
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, June 14th | 11AM – 11:45AM
This classic Pilates series is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Frog Pond Adventure Outdoor Class at Essex County Environmental Center
Tuesday, June 14th | 6PM – 7:30PM
An up-close look at the pond at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue in Roseland. Learn more here.
Spanish Class at Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, June 14th | 6:15PM – 7:30PM
This intermediate class will help expand your Spanish vocabulary and more, and will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Essex County Beekeepers Society at Essex County Environmental Center
Tuesday, June 14th | 7PM – 9PM
Get introduced to the basics of beekeeping at Garibaldi Hall, 621A Eagle Rock Avenue in Roseland. Learn more here.
Poetry Writing Workshop at Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, June 14th | 7:30PM – 9PM
Write and critique poetry and discover outlets for publication. This event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
A Day at Two Gardens with Tea at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Wednesday, June 15th | 1PM – 2:30PM
Explore two local gardens and an enchanting secret tea room. This event will be held at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
Tours at Montclair History Center
Wednesday, June 15th | 12PM – 3PM
Explore stories of the Crane House + Historic YMCA at 110 Orange Road in Montclair. Learn more here.
Introducing Bibi Collective at Watchung Plaza
Wednesday, June 15th | 5PM – 7:30PM
Le Souk Appetizers and a sample sale to support Afghan Women Refugees. This event will be held at 51 Watchung Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Taste of Screenwriting at Montclair Public Library
Wednesday, June 15th | 5:30PM – 7:30PM
This adult school class is held in partnership with Montclair Film, and will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Cornhole League Meet at Montclair Brewery
Wednesday, June 15th | 6:30PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. 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 and 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, and opportunity. As time passed, the organization not only changed its name; it joined forces with women of all backgrounds and 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, and 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, and community space. While residents do have a monthly rental fee, services and amenities are made possible in large part by donors. Learn more here.
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Have a great weekend, xo
All Clear at Montclair’s Wellmont Theater After Bomb Threat
On Saturday, January 25th, 2025, Montclair Police received a bomb threat about the Wellmont Theater, located at 5 Seymour Street. The community was advised to avoid the scene while law enforcement investigated. Finally, the area was deemed safe and an all-clear was given, per Montclair Mayor Renee Baskerville.
The evening's performance by Atlanta-based rapper Destroy Lonely went on as scheduled. The Montclair Girl has reached out to the Montclair Police Department and the Mayor's office for more information. We will update this piece as needed.
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