40 Things to Do in the Montclair + North Jersey Area | September 15-18

With school officially back in session, Essex County is busier than ever — especially our local favorites. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with a Latin Dance Party, guided house tours at Montclair History Center, tons of live music, and more. Check out the list of all the events + things to do this weekend in North Jersey, September 15th – September 18th, 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.

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Thursday, September 15th | 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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Moon Festival at Montclair Public Library Hosted by ScreenTea

Thursday, September 15th | 7PM – 8PM

Learn the customs and background stories about the Chinese Moon Festival at 67 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Apocalyptica at The Wellmont Theatre 

Thursday, September 15th | 6:30PM

Be prepared to rock out at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here. 

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Codey Arena Senior Skating Session

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

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

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Live Irish music, bagpipers, and step dancers will be at 98 Kingsland Road in Clifton to help celebrate this pub’s reopening. Learn more here. 

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Friday, September 16th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM

Listen to R+B, rock, + funk at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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The Benjamins at Just Jakes

Friday, September 16th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM

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

DJ at Porta Montclair

Friday, September 16th | 11PM – 2AM

Special guest DJ will be performing at 499 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Codey Arena Family Stick + Puck + Public Skating Session

Saturday, September 17th | Various times

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

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Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station

Saturday, September 17th | 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, September 17th | 10:30PM – 1:30AM

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

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Listen on the Lawn at Montclair Public Library

Thursday, September 15th | 11AM – 11:30AM

An in-person storytime for kids 5 and under. This event will be held at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Wonders of the Wild Program at the Turtle Back Zoo

Saturday, September 17th | 1PM – 3PM

This program is for ages 6-12 and will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.

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Afternoon Storytime at Montclair Public Library

Thursday, September 15th | 2PM – 2:30PM

An in-person storytime for kids 5 and under. This event will be held at 185 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Monday Morning Yoga at Van Vleck House + Gardens

Monday, September 19th | 9:30AM – 10:45AM

This event is both virtual and in-person, and the in-person event will be held at 21 Van Vleck Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Tuesday, September 20th | Various times

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

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A Musical Tribute to Hispanic Heritage at Montclair Public Library

Tuesday, September 20th | 6:30PM – 7:30PM

Watch award-winning musicians and award-winning musician Lula Valdivia perform at 50 South Fullerton Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Stretch, Resistance, + Light Cardio Hosted by Montclair Public Library

Wednesday, September 21st | 9:30AM – 10:30AM

Work on flexibility and strength at 153 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.

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Cream Tea on Wednesdays at Reeves-Reed Arboretum

Wednesday, September 21st | 11:30AM

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, September 21st | 6:30PM – 9:30PM

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

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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 + 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.

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Montclair Neighborhood Development Corporation | 228 Bloomfield Avenue

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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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