May is Asian American + Pacific Islander Heritage Month — and the Montclair + North Jersey area is celebrating with themed events and other spring happenings as the weather warms up in NJ. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has got you covered with AAPI Montclair’s lantern festival, a South Asian Soirée, a pop-up shop, and more. Check out this list of all the events happening this weekend, May 19th – May 22nd, 2022.
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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History at Home: Lights, Camera, Action at Montclair History Center
Thursday, May 19th | Various times
These events will be held at 108 Orange Road in Montclair. Learn more here.
Personalized Help from the Access Navigator at Montclair Public Library
Thursday, May 19th | 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.
Codey Arena Skating Session For Adults
Thursday, May 19th | 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.
Revisiting the Fall of Saigon at Montclair Public Library
Thursday, May 19th | 6:30PM – 8PM
Explore the stories and histories of Vietnamese refugees and their first-hand accounts of the Fall of Saigon This event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair as well as virtually. Learn more here.
Newark 101: Louis Bamberger’s Legacy at Newark Museum of Art
Thursday, May 19th | 7PM
Learn about the man named Newark’s first citizen at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Jazz Jams at Clement’s Place at NJPAC
Thursday, May 19th | 7:30PM
This event includes ace musicians from New Jersey and beyond, and will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Open Mic Night at Montclair Brewery
Thursday, May 5th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Share your talent at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Thursday Trivia Night at Pineapple Express BBQ
Thursday, May 19th | 8PM
Win prizes and enjoy food and drink specials at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Showings at The Clairidge
Friday, May 20th
Films like Downtown Abbey: A New Era, Edge of Seventeen, Rafiki, and Paris is Burning 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, May 20th | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Coffee Workshop at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Friday, May 20th | 10:30AM – 12PM
Discover what it takes to make a great cup of coffee. This event will be held at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
Beginning Ukulele at Montclair Public Library
Friday, May 20th | 1:30PM – 2:30PM
Learn basic chords and strums, and some fun, easy songs at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Grand Opening of worldFlats Montclair
Friday, May 20th | 6PM
This spot is offering buy one, get one 50% off for all flats for opening weekend. The new location is at 58 Church Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Ride for Stroke + Heart Disease at CycleBar at Boulder Run
Friday, May 20th | 6:30PM
Help to raise funds and make an impact at 327 Franklin Avenue in Wyckoff. Learn more here.
Lantern Festival For Justice + Remembrance Hosted by AAPI Montclair
Friday, May 20th | 7PM – 9PM
Remember those killed and harmed by violence, injustice, and anti-Asian hate at Edgemont Park in Montclair. Learn more here.
Live Music with The Michael Reitman Band at Montclair Brewery
Friday, May 20th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This band will be performing at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Adult Open Hockey at Codey Arena
Friday, May 20th | 8PM
This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
ZOSO – The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience at SOPAC
Friday, May 20th | 8PM
This Led Zeppelin tribute band will be performing at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Chelsea Handler at The Wellmont Theater
Friday, May 20th | 9PM
This comedian will be performing at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Almost Easy at Just Jakes
Friday, May 20th | 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
Saturday, May 21st | 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, May 21st | 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.
St. Valentine’s Church Flea Market + Collectibles
Saturday, May 21st | 9AM – 4PM
Shop an array of local vendors selling handbags, sports collectibles, jewelry, plants, and more at 125 North Spring Street in Bloomfield. Learn more here.
7th Annual Love + Unity Music Fest + Scholarship Bike Ride at Thomas A. Edison Middle School
Saturday, May 21st | 9AM – 7PM
An event to help support music students at 75 William Street in West Orange. Learn more here.
Breakfast with the Turtles at the Turtle Back Zoo
Saturday, May 21st | 9AM – 10:30AM
Learn all about turtles’ including their natural habits and behaviors, how they face the conservation issues affecting their habitats, and what you can do to help them. This event will be held at the Berson Education Classroom at Turtle Back Zoo. Learn more here.
Public Tour: Art in Bloom at Montclair Art Museum
Saturday, May 21st | 11AM, 1PM
Celebrate the return of this pop-up exhibition at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Alice + Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium at Newark Museum of Art
Saturday, May 21st | 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.
Pnky X The Tilet Pop-Up Shop at Junpier Yoga + Fitness
Saturday, May 21st + Sunday, May 22nd | 12PM – 4:30PM
Shop Pnky’s sustainably made swimwear and The Tilet’s modern pieces based on Ethiopian design at 213 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Wonders of the Wild at the Turtle Back Zoo
Saturday, May 21st | 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.
Nai-Ni Chen Dance Company at NJPAC
Saturday, May 21st | 2PM
This performance celebrates the legacy of Nai-Ni Chen and the year of the water tiger, and will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Primus – A Tribute to Kings at The Wellmont Theater
Saturday, May 21st | 7PM
This event will be held at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Live Music With Blue Flicker Band at Montclair Brewery
Saturday, May 21st | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair, and a portion of the proceeds will go to the Montclair Scholarship Fund. Learn more here.
Eddie Palmieri Latin Jazz Band at SOPAC
Saturday, May 21st | 8PM
This 10-time Grammy Award winner will be performing at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Nine Deeez Nite at Just Jakes
Saturday, May 21st | 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, May 22nd | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Jennifer Mone Hill Abstract Art Exhibition at Verona Park
Sunday, May 22nd | 10AM – 5PM
This event is a part of the Rose Squared Art Show, and will be held between Bloomfield Avenue and Lakeside Avenue in Verona. Learn more here.
Guided House Tour: Women of the House Hosted by Montclair History Center
Sunday, May 22nd | 12PM – 3PM
This event will be held at the Crane House + Historic YMCA, 110 Orange Road in Montclair. Learn more here.
South Asian Soirée at Montclair Brewery
Sunday, May 22nd | 2PM
Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with food from Brick Lane Curry, Montclair Brewery’s limited edition lychee IPA, music, and more at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
New Jersey Symphony at NJPAC
Sunday, May 22nd | 2PM
This event is a collaboration with Nimbus Dance, and will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Brown, Black, + Blues Hosted by Paterson Performing Arts Development Council
Sunday, May 22nd | 5PM
This event is an experience with music, poetry, and dance performance. 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.
Thursday, May 12th | 11AM – 11:30AM
An in-person storytime for ages birth to age 5. This event will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Guitar Bob’s May Kid’s Concert at Cedar Beans Coffee Joint
Saturday, May 21st | 10AM
This event will be held at 575 Pompton Avenue in Cedar Grove. Learn more here.
May Family Sundays at Newark Museum of Art
Sunday, May 22nd | 10AM
A day of family fun activities at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Discovery Weekends at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Sunday, May 22nd | 9AM – 3PM
Explore the Arboretum when the gardens and grounds are alive with the sights and sounds of spring. This event will be held at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
The Little Mermaid at SOPAC
Sunday, May 22nd | 1PM
This family-friendly event will be held at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
French Class at Montclair Public Library
Monday, May 23rd | 1:30PM – 3PM
Participate in conversational classes on various aspects of everyday French life. This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
American Sign Language For Beginners Class at Montclair Public Library
Monday, May 23rd | 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.
Codey Arena Skating Session For Adults
Tuesday, May 24th | 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.
MILL – Taste of T’ai Chi at Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, May 24th | 10:30AM – 11:30AM
This event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Spanish Class at Montclair Public Library
Tuesday, May 24th | 6:15PM – 7:30PM
This event is for beginners, and will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Art in the Afternoon at Montclair Art Museum
Wednesday, May 25th | 2PM – 3:30PM
A social gathering for adults at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Cornhole League Meet at Montclair Brewery
Wednesday, May 25th | 6:30PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Tarot, An Introduction at Montclair Public Library
Wednesday, May 25th | 6:30PM – 8:30PM
Through the use of your personal Tarot deck as well as journaling on specific cards, students will acquire an objective and subjective introduction to this mystical philosophy. This event will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue 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 Neighborhood Development Corporation | 228 Bloomfield Avenue
Recreation, community, and 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 and focuses on closing the achievement gap among African American youth. These services are only made possible by the support of volunteers, mentors, and donors. 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.
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Have a great weekend, xo
