54 Things to Do in the Montclair + North Jersey Area | October 13-16

The fall vibes are settling in as the leaves start to change in Essex County and beyond. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with outdoor yoga at Van Vleck House + Gardens, a fall-themed soap-making workshop at The Eclectic Chic Boutique, a Hispanic Heritage Month celebration at NJPAC, and more. Check out the list of all the events + things to do this weekend in North Jersey, October 13th – October 16th, 2022.

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.

The Lane Team is a family-run Montclair Real Estate business that offers a customized real estate experience. You can schedule an appointment and start your home search in the Montclair and/or North Jersey area here.

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Calandra’s Italian Village Weekly Events + Takeout Promotion

Available Now | MAKE A RESERVATION

Calandra’s Italian Village, located at 234 Bloomfield Avenue in Caldwell, is a little piece of Italy with multiple spaces and both indoor and outdoor dining options with an outside fire and multiple heat sources. Il Vecchio Cafe hosts weekly special events including Pasta Night on Tuesdays with 50% off select pasta dishes and bottled Calandra Family wines and live music every Friday and Saturday, as well as Sunday Brunch featuring a mouthwatering menu and live jazz music. Not to mention, La Taverna Bar + Lounge has Happy Hour every Monday to closing and then Tuesday through Friday from 4:30PM to 6:30PM with half-priced food and drinks on select beers, wines, and cocktails. Plus, Calandra’s Italian Village is offering 20% off takeout orders at all three Calandra’s restaurants, so make sure you let them know The Montclair Girl sent you.

Call 973-226-8889 or click here to make a reservation and click here to learn more about Calandra’s Italian Village.

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The Far Hills Race Meeting Returns This Saturday

Saturday, October 15th with gates opening at 8:00AM | BUY TICKETS

The Far Hills Race Meeting, located at 50 Route 202 in Far Hills, is back this Saturday, October 15th with gates opening at 8:00AM. This is the race’s 101st year, and the fun-filled event features steeplechase races throughout the day, pop-up race day shops, and tailgating with personal spaces and private tents. The food truck lineup was recently announced and will feature culinary creations from Empanada Guy, Grain & Cane Bar and Table, Oink and Moo BBQ, + more. General admission tickets for the event are just $110 and children 13 and under are free when accompanied by an adult. Not to mention, there’s also an all-inclusive VIP experience in Chairman’s Tent with sweeping views of the track, an upscale buffet, + open bar throughout the day.

Click here to buy tickets and click here to learn more about Far Hills Race Meeting.

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The Montclair Girl’s FALLing for North Jersey Shopping + Deals Guide

Available through October 31st | VIEW DEALS

To make the most of all the great businesses in the area, we created a fun North Jersey guide of New Jersey local businesses we love — plus limited-time deals at some of the businesses for the fall season. From fitness spots to restaurants, beauty, shopping, wellness, + beyond — many of the businesses are sharing exclusive offers from now until October 31st. All you have to do is mention ‘Montclair Girl’ in person or follow the instructions in the guide to redeem online — so make sure to book, buy, + schedule your appointments now.

Learn more and browse MG’s FALLing for North Jersey shopping and deals guide here.

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Montclair Girl’s Real Estate Directory

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.

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Thursday, October 13th | 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.

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Codey Arena Senior Skating Session

Thursday, October 13th | 10:45AM – 12:15PM

This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.

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Fall Movie Series at Montclair Public Library

Thursday, October 13th | 3PM – 5PM

Watch Night of the Living Dead at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Fall Cold Process Soap Making Workshop at The Eclectic Chic Boutique

Thursday, October 13th | 6PM – 8PM

Cold process is the method of making soap from raw ingredients like shea butter, oil, and lye. This event will be held at 547 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair as well as virtually. Learn more here.

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Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration at NJPAC

Thursday, October 13th | 6PM

Enjoy a variety of dance performances at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.

Thursday, October 13th | 7PM – 9:30PM

Enjoy music, comedy, poetry, and drama at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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History at Home: A Discussion with the Author: A Struggle for Heritage at Montclair History Center

Thursday, October 13th | 7PM – 8PM

Dr. Christopher Matthews of Montclair State University will discuss his new book at 108 Orange Road in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Fortune Feimster at NJPAC

Friday, October 14th | 8PM

This comedian, writer, and actor will be performing will be at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.

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Duel of the Decades: 90’s vs Y2K at The Wellmont Theater

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Audio Riot at Just Jakes

Friday, October 14th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM

This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Codey Arena Learn to Skate + Public Skating Session

Saturday, October 15th | Various times

This event will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.

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Let’s Talk: Women’s Health + Wellness at NJPAC

Saturday, October 15th | 8AM

A day of women’s health and wellness and an opportunity for you to hear from the experts and pros on a plethora of topics related to your body and mind at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.

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Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station

Saturday, October 15th | 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.

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CycleGives Ride at CycleBar Montclair

Saturday, October 15th | 10:30AM

This event is a breast cancer awareness fundraiser for the Susan G. Komen Foundation, and will be held at 656 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Saturday, October 15th | 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.

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Authors’ Panel + Activation: Inside Saya Woolfalk’s Empathic Universe at Newark Museum of Art

Saturday, October 15th | 12PM – 2:30PM

Meet artist Saya Woolfalk at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.

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Saturday, October 15th | 5PM – 8PM

This Toys for Tots drive and fundraiser will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Garden Tales Kids Gardening Class at Van Vleck House + Gardens

Thursday, October 13th | 4PM – 5PM

Spend time in the edible garden at 21 Van Vleck Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Stuffed Animal Dragons at Montclair Public Library

Tuesday, October 18th | 12PM – 1PM

This event is for ages 3-4 and will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Oaks + Acorns — Animals that Hibernate at Reeves-Reed Arboretum

Wednesday, October 19th | 1PM – 2PM

Kids ages 3-5 will take nature hikes, read stories, and create a one-of-a-kind project every week at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.

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Scarecrows in the Garden at Van Vleck House + Gardens

Monday, October 17th – Monday, October 31st

An exhibit of handcrafted scarecrows created by scout troops, nonprofits, local businesses, families, classes, and individuals on display in the gardens. Learn more here.

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Senior Craft Club at Montclair Public Library

Tuesday, October 18th | 2:30PM – 3:30PM

This event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Bloomfield Community Farmers Market

Tuesday, October 18th | 3:30PM – 6:30PM

This event will be held at the Bloomfield Public Library courtyard, 90 Broad Street in Bloomfield. Learn more here.

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Cream Tea on Wednesdays at Reeves-Reed Arboretum

Wednesday, October 19th | 11:30AM, 12:30PM

Enjoy an exquisite Cream Tea with The Secret Tea Room whilst overlooking the gardens and grounds at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.

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Wednesday, October 19th | 6:30PM – 9:30PM

This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Mosaics Basics Workshop at The Eclectic Chic Boutique

Wednesday, October 19th | 6PM – 7:15PM

Learn how to create a mosaic art piece at 547 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair as well as virtually. Learn more here.

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Trivia Night at The Fox + Falcon

Wednesday, October 19th | 7PM – 9PM

This event will be held at 19 Valley Street in South Orange. Learn more here.

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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.

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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.

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LGBT Rain Foundation Essex County | 168 N Park Street, East Orange

The mission of LGBT Rain Foundation of Essex County is to get 18-26 LGBTQ+ people experiencing homelessness on the path from transitional housing to permanent housing. A variety of tasks are needed to run this foundation. Volunteers are asking to make a six-month commitment at a time to allow for relationship building with the residents. Learn more here.

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Have a great weekend, xo