Everyone is starting to make Thanksgiving plans as the holiday season is on the horizon in Essex County. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with a Holiday Wood Wick Candle Making Workshop at The Eclectic Chic Boutique, a Holiday Art Sale at Tiny Gallery, November Family Sundays at The Newark Museum of Art, and more. Check out the list of all the events + things to do in North Jersey this weekend, November 9th – November 12th, 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.
Best of Montclair Guide 2023: Nominate Your Favorite Local Businesses!
Ongoing until November 14th | NOMINATE NOW
It’s that time of year again — our third annual Best of Montclair 2023 Guide is back! Just like last year, it’s time to nominate your favorite local businesses, people, and places in Montclair and the greater Essex County area for an award. Submit as many nominations as you want from now until Tuesday, November 14th.
Click here to nominate your favorite Montclair and Essex County businesses and to learn more about MG’s Best of Montclair 2023 Guide.
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To make home hunting that much simpler, our parent brand The Local Girl has a Real Estate Listings Directory. The directory is an ever-growing, curated list of 75+ real estate properties throughout New Jersey and New York, from Montclair + Essex County to the Catskills and Hudson County. Whether you’re looking for a new house, condo, rental, or you’re looking to list your property as a realtor or owner, we’re here to help you find your way home.
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Winter Lantern Festival at American Dream Mall
American Dream Mall 1 American Dream Way, East RutherfordGuests will be able to experience a traditional Chinese lantern festival.
Art in the Afternoon at Montclair Art Museum
Montclair Art Museum 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJThis bi-monthly event welcomes adults ages 55+ and friends to join an artistic social gathering.
Cheese Tasting + Pairing at The Maplewood Wheelhouse
The Maplewood Wheelhouse 1875 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJJoin The B's Cheese and Leigh Friend, who runs the Maplewood Wheelhouse, while sipping mocktails and pairing them with cheese.
Holiday Wood Wick Candle Making Workshop at The Eclectic Chic Boutique
The Eclectic Chic Boutique 547 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJLearn how to make your own Holiday scented wood-wick candles. This class will be held in-person and virtually.
Addressing Mental Health and Aging on Zoom
Zoom NJA virtual discussion surrounding health and well-being, economic security, and social connectedness within LGBTQ+ older adults.
Cavalleria Rusticana by Pietro Mascagni at SOPAC
SOPAC One SOPAC Way, South Orange, NJThe MidAtlantic Symphony Orchestra, soloists, and Seton Hall University Chamber Choir, under the direction of Jason C. Tramm, bring us this concert version of Cavalleria Rusticana featuring a story of romance and…
Ranky Tanky at NJPAC
NJPAC 1 Center Street, Newark, NJSouth Carolina-based band Ranky Tanky will be performing with special guest Ms. Lisa Fischer.
Thursday Trivia Night at Pineapple Express BBQ
Pineapple Express BBQ 1 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair, NJWin prizes and enjoy food and drink specials.
Winter Lantern Festival at American Dream Mall
American Dream Mall 1 American Dream Way, East RutherfordGuests will be able to experience a traditional Chinese lantern festival.
Monday Night Music Bingo at Osteria Del Corso
Osterio del Corso 1 South Orange Avenue, South Orange, NJEnjoy a music-themed bingo with prize opportunities.
Playdate at the Library at Verona Public Library
Verona Public Library 17 Gould Street, Verona, NJVerona residents are welcome to bring their children to an open-ended play in the Youth Activity Room.
Shabbat Dinners at JCC Metrowest
JCC MetroWest 760 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJCome out to a monthly Shabbat dinner for young families featuring a varied menu.
New Jersey Devils vs. Washington Capitals
Prudential Center 25 Lafayette Street, Newark, NJAn NHL game between the New Jersey Devils and Washington Capitals.
Wine and Wheel at Montclair Art Museum
Montclair Art Museum 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJParticipants will make wheel-thrown objects such as cups, bowls, or vases. while sipping on wine.
Omara Portuondo at NJPAC
NJPAC 1 Center Street, Newark, NJCuban singer Omara Portuondo is bringing her farewell tour.
WeAreTheChosen at Montclair Brewery
Montclair Brewery 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJWeAreTheChosen is a genre-defying band that will perform hip-hop, jazz, funk, rock, and reggae tunes.
Cave Nights Open Mic at CryOut Cave
CryOut Cave 209 3rd Street, Newark, NJExperience talents within poetry and music from all over the Tri-State Area and beyond in an intimate environment.
Carrot Cake and Comedy at The Comedy Diner
The Comedy Diner 144 Washington Street, Newark, NJDifferent comedians will be performing in this comedic event.
