It is yet another weekend in Essex County with a packed schedule of happenings as we look ahead to April. This week’s local Montclair + North Jersey area events guide has you covered with Imaginature: Children’s Book Art at Reeves-Reed Arboretum, a Montclair Book Club Meeting at Mattarello Bakery, a LGBTQIA+ Indoor Rock Climbing Night at The Gravity Vault, and more. Check out the list of all the events + things to do in North Jersey this weekend, March 30th – April 2nd, 2023.
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Plant-Based for the Planet
Ongoing until March 31st
Humane Montclair and Planted Society have partnered with 12 local restaurants to promote their plant-based selections. At the end of the month, residents will vote on their favorite dishes. This event will be held at various Montclair restaurants. Learn more here.
Papaver Exhibit at SOPAC
Ongoing until Sunday, May 7th
This event will be held at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
New Jersey Symphony: Fauré Requiem at NJPAC
Thursday, March 23rd – Friday, March 31st | Various times
This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
New Jersey Devils vs. New. York Rangers at Prudential Center
Thursday, March 30th | 7PM
This NHL game will be held at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark. Learn more here.
StorySLAM at Cinema505
Thursday, March 30th | 7:30PM
This event will be held at 505 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Sip + Sing Karaoke at Montclair Brewery
Thursday, March 30th | 7:30PM-9:30PM
Enjoy a night of karaoke, music, socializing, and course beer. This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Thursday Trivia Night at Pineapple Express BBQ
Thursday, March 30th | 8PM
Win prizes and enjoy food and drink specials at 1 Lackawanna Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Night Forms: Infinite Wave Exhibition at Grounds for Sculpture
Ongoing
This site-specific, multi-sensory experience will kick off and run until April 2nd, 2023. This event will be held at 80 Sculptors Way in Hamilton. Learn more here.
Showings at The Clairidge
Friday, March 31st | Various times
Films like A Thousand and One, Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves, and more are playing this weekend. These events will be held at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate, Public Skating Session, + Family Stick + Puck
Friday, March 31st | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Mindful Self-Compassion Course with Marcie Handler + Beth Sandweiss
Friday, March 31st | 9:30AM – 12PM
This empirically supported online training is designed to help participants cultivate self-compassion. Learn more here.
Cornerstone Café at Montclair Art Museum
Friday, March 31st | 10AM – 4PM
Explore the MAM’s in-house coffee shop at 3 South Mountain Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Chair Yoga on Zoom Hosted by Verona Public Library
Friday, March 31st | 11AM
This is a virtual event. Learn more here.
Rapid Ride with Matthew at Ride It Fitness
Friday, March 31st | 4PM – 4:30PM
This workout class will be held at 50 Upper Montclair Plaza in Montclair. Learn more here.
Java Love x GSWS Coffee House Open Mic Night at Java Love
Friday, March 31st | 4PM – 6PM
Java Love along with the Gender, Sexuality, and Woman’s Studies at Montclair State hosts an open mic space to honor Women’s History Month, Transgender Day of Visibility, and local talent. This event will be held at 49 Church Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
LGBTQIA+ Indoor Rock Climbing Night at The Gravity Vault
Friday, March 31st | 6PM – 7PM
This event will be held at 8 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Dominic Scaglione at The Highlawn Piano Bar
Friday, March 31st | 6:30PM
This event will be held at 1 Crest Drive in West Orange. Learn more here.
Ana Gabriel at Prudential Center
Friday, March 31st | 7PM
Mexican singer-songwriter Ana Gabriel will be performing at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Live Music: Tara Hack at Montclair Brewery
Friday, March 31st | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
Listen to pop singer and songwriter Tara Hack perform at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Jerry Herman: The Broadway Legacy Concert at NJPAC
Friday, March 31st | 7:30PM
This event will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Annual Spring Concert at Edison Intermediate School Auditorium
Friday, March 31st | 7:30PM
The Westfield Community Concert Band presents its annual Spring Concert featuring the music of George Gershwin, Johann Strauss, Arturo Marquez, Clare Grundman, and other renowned composers. This event will be held at 800 Rahway Avenue in Westfield. Learn more here.
Marcia Ball + Tinsley Ellis at First Congregational Church
Friday, March 31st | 8PM
Tinsley Ellis and Marcia Ball will present an evening of their music and memories called Acoustic Songs and Stories. They will each play a set of their own songs. This event will be held at 40 South Fullerton in Montclair. Learn more here.
Duel of the Decades at Wellmont Theater
Friday, March 31st | 8PM
Two of the most recognizable cultural eras go head-to-head in the ultimate battle. An evening of pop culture, Duel of the Decades: the ’80s vs. the ’90s, will be an interactive live music competition. This event will be held at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Montclair Improv Comedy at Cinema505
Friday, March 31st | 8PM
This event will be held at 505 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
The Benjamins at Just Jake’s
Friday, March 31st | 10:30PM – 1:30AM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Portfolio Series: Local Materiality at Studio Montclair
Ongoing
This exhibit is open for display at 127 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate, Public Skating Sessions, + Family Stick + Puck
Saturday, April 1st | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Alice and Leonard Dreyfuss Planetarium at Newark Museum of Art
Saturday, April 1st | Various times
This planetarium is an interactive theater that explores astronomy, space, and planetary science. This event will be held at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Saturday Events at NJPAC
Saturday, April 1st | Various times
Events like The Peking Acrobats, a Paquito d’Rivera performance, and more will be held at 1 Center Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Montclair Farmers’ Market at the Walnut Street Train Station
Saturday, April 1st | 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.
The Heart + Soul of Magic at SOPAC
Saturday, April 1st | 1PM
This family-friendly event will feature two magicians, Ran’D Shine and Jamahl Keyes, in a production that includes psychological illusions, comedy, and music. This event will take place at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Trans Day of Visibility Celebration at Union Congregational Church
Saturday, April 1st | 1PM – 6PM
Out Montclair will be hosting this celebration to honor Transgender Day of Visibility. The event is free of charge. There will be music by DJ Jersey, comedy by Jaye McBride, panel discussions with local trans leaders, and workshops to celebrate authenticity. This event will be held at 176 Cooper Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Captains of Leisure at Just Jakes
Saturday, April 1st | 6PM-8PM
This event will be held at 30 Park Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
An Evening with Rick Wakeman at Wellmont Theater
Saturday, April 1st | 8PM
This event will be held at 5 Seymour Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Anirudt at Prudential Center
Saturday, April 1st | 8PM
This event will be held at 25 Lafayette Street in Newark. Learn more here.
The Rocky Horror Picture Show at The Clairidge
Saturday, April 1st | 9PM
The Ordinary Kids will be presenting a special edition of Rocky Horror with more visual gags, performer pranks, a costume contest, and more. This event will be held at 486 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Codey Arena Learn to Skate, Public Skating Sessions, + Family Stick + Puck
Sunday, April 2nd | Various times
These events will be held at 560 Northfield Avenue in West Orange. Learn more here.
Thumb Bread Sampling at The Fresh Grocer
Sunday, April 2nd
Thumb Bread is making its debut in Essex County with its first tasting at The Fresh Grocer, located at 597 Avenue in Cedar Grove. Learn more here.
Montclair Book Club Meeting at Mattarello Bakery
Sunday, April 2nd | 12PM
The Montclair Book Club’s first-ever meeting will surround the discussion of the book “The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.” This event will be held at 254 Bellevue Avenue in Montclair. RSVP is required. Learn more here.
The Great DuBois: Masters of Variety at SOPAC
Sunday, April 2nd | 1PM
This circus show will be showcasing features of juggling, hula hoops, unicycle, circus stunts, contortion, magic, and audience interaction. This event will be held at One SOPAC Way in South Orange. Learn more here.
Pride Beer Launch Party at Montclair Brewery
Sunday, April 2nd | 5PM – 8PM
Out Montclair along with Montclair Brewery will be hosting a Pride Beer Launch Party counting down to Montclair Pride. They will be revealing the winning design created by a local artist for Pride Beer cans throughout the festival. This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Animal Kingdom Exhibit at Newark Museum of Art
Ongoing
This exhibit explores a series of immersive and interactive experiences featuring art, animal specimen, and hands-on activities for all ages. This event will take place at 49 Washington Street in Newark. Learn more here.
Imaginature: Children’s Book Art at Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Ongoing until May 14th
This exhibition features illustrations, paintings, and woodblock prints by award-winning artists Margaret Peot and Giselle Potter at 165 Hobart Avenue in Summit. Learn more here.
Kids’ Saturday Night at Stuff by SJ
Saturday, April 1st | 6PM – 9PM
This is a drop-off event for kids ages 5 and up to hang out at the shop and enjoy a movie, pizza, games, and more. In addition, each kid will create some Easter-themed custom cupcakes, in their choice of flavors, designed and decorated by them. This event will be held at 342 Bloomfield Avenue in Montclair. Learn more here.
Mr. Bunny’s Springtime Fun at Nishuane Park
Sunday, April 2nd | 11AM
Kids and their families are welcome to enjoy an egg hunt, music, face painting, refreshments, and photo with Mr. Bunny at 48 High Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
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- Pup Cups with Merry Hot Cocoa at Rumble Boxing — Hoboken | March 30th; Learn more here.
- HDSID Winter Farmers Market — Jersey City | March 30th; Learn more here.
- Food Truck Thursdays at Biertuempful Park — Union | March 30th; Learn more here.
- Vinyl Thursdays at Hackensack Brewing Company — Hackensack | March 30th; Learn more here.
- Pup Cups with Merry Hot Cocoa at Church Square Park — Hoboken | April 1st; Learn more here.
- Easter Bunny Photos at Woof Gang Bakery + Grooming — Bridgewater | April 1st; Learn more here.
- Van Vorst Farmers Market — Jersey City | April 1st; Learn more here.
- Jersey City Night Market — Jersey City | April 1st; Learn more here.
- Wayne Farmers Market — Wayne | April 1st; Learn more here.
- Springtime Egg Hunt at Dogtopia of Berkeley Heights — Berkely Heights | April 1st; Learn more here.
- Clinton Community Farmers Market — Clinton | April 2nd; Learn more here.
- NJ Weiner Club Meetup at Hamilton Park — Jersey City | April 2nd; Learn more here.
- Morris Winter Farmers Market — Morris | April 2nd; Learn more here.
- Photos with the Easter Bunny at Must Love Dogs — Wayne | April 2nd; Learn more here.
- Cherry Blossom Pack Walk with Flippin Pawsome Dogs Fit Club at Branch Brook Park — Newark | April 2nd; Learn more here.
- Donuts with Dogs at The Pup Club — Colonia | April 2nd; Learn more here.
Monday Morning Hybrid Yoga at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Monday, April 3rd | 9:30AM – 10:45AM
Enjoy a meditative yoga class virtually or at 21 Van Vleck Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
Wind Down Wednesdays at Casa de Flora Bar
Wednesday, April 5th | 6PM – 10PM
Enjoy pizza, pasta, and wine at 75 Washington Street in Bloomfield. Learn more here.
Live Music Wednesdays at Luna Stella
Wednesday, April 5th | 6PM – 9PM
Enjoy live music at Luna Stella while you eat dinner and have a drink. This event will be held at 5 Highland Place in Maplewood. Learn more here.
Taproom Trivia at Montclair Brewery
Wednesday, April 5th | 7:30PM – 9:30PM
This event will be held at 101 Walnut Street in Montclair. Learn more here.
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.
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.
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
