Strength in Stillness 2: Mental Wellness for All at Vince Lombardi Center Of Hope
April 27 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Free
Head to Vince Lombardi Center Of Hope on April 27th from 12PM to 3PM at 201 Bloomfield Avenue, Newark, for Healing Together: Strength in Stillness 2. This transformative mental wellness event offers a day of mindfulness, sound baths, and yoga. Embrace connection, strength, and shared healing in a community focused on mental health.
114 Events in the Montclair + Northern NJ Area This Weekend | April 17-20, 2025
Easter in only days away and there is no shortage of ways to celebrate in the Montclair + Essex County area. This weekend, local residents can attend a spring break camp for kids, a crystal egg hunt, a live band at a Montclair brewery, and much more. Below is a list of (over 110!) Montclair, Essex County, and Northern New Jersey events happening this weekend, April 17th through April 20th, 2025. Don't forget — you can submit your community events HERE.
Disclaimer: This is a community resource. Submit events HERE and view the full calendar HERE. The Montclair Girl is not affiliated with hosting unless explicitly stated.
Garden State Art Weekend
Multiple venues across New Jersey
April 24th-27th
The 2nd annual Garden State Art Weekend returns this April, featuring gallery exhibitions, open studios, live demonstrations, + community arts events at 97 venues across 14 counties. The festival hub will be at Manufacturers Village Artists in East Orange, which will host the official event kickoff party + spring open house and includes over 60 open artist studios.
Property of the Week: 39 New Street, East Orange
This 5-bed, 3-bath multi-family home in East Orange is available to buy for $649,000. The renovated property features brand new mechanicals, a spacious layout, + separate entrances for added privacy, among other things.
View The Local Girl’s Real Estate Directory here — which has 90+ listings just this week.
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Passport Applications at Montclair Public Library – Bellevue Avenue Branch
Locals can apply for a passport at the Bellevue Avenue Branch of the Montclair Public Library, located at 185 Bellevue Avenue, starting January 27th.
Sweet Pea Spring Break Camp at Montclair Community Farms
Children will enjoy a week full of engaging in hands-on lessons and activities all around the Montclair Community Farm, including chicken keeping, seed starting, pollinators, composting, and more from April…
A to Sze: Collecting at MAM (2000-2025) at Montclair Art Museum
The Montclair Art Museum, located at 3 South Mountain Avenue, will showcase "A to Sze: Collecting at MAM (2000-2025)," an exhibition showcasing some of the museum's significant acquisitions over the past quarter-century.…
Arbor Days Activities at Van Vleck House + Gardens
The Van Vleck House and Gardens + The Montclair Foundation will offer all kinds of self-guided tree activities in their visitor center all April long, including A Botanical Scavenger Hunt,…
Kid’s Crystal Easter Egg Hunt at Houss Freya
Join Houss Freya at 205 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair for a crystal easter egg hunt on April 17th from 12PM to 8PM. All kids are welcome to hunt in-store for an…
Free
How to Start Your Food Business in New Jersey
This online workshop on April 17th from 2:30PM to 2PM breaks down the process's not-so-fun (but absolutely necessary) parts of starting a food business: paperwork, permits, and meeting all state…
Free
Take the Lead at Paper Mill Playhouse
Take the Lead, which is based on the New Line Cinema film written by Dianne Houston, begins performances on Saturday, March 29th at Paper Mill Playhouse. April 6th will be…
Chess + Coffee at Montclair Public Library
Come play chess and drink coffee at Montclair Public Library. Chess boards will be provided, but feel free to bring your own. This group will meet every Thursday from 2PM…
Free
Chimney Cake Master Class at Kurly Kürtősh Café
Tap into your inner Dominique Ansel and roll chimney cake, a popular Hungarian pastry (also known as kürtosh), on April 17th from 6PM to 7:30PM at Kurly Kürtősh Café, located…
English as a Second Language (ESL) for Beginners at Montclair Public Library
ESL for Beginners is a free course designed to assist adult students in mastering the English language by emphasizing speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. Attendees will meet on Thursdays…
Free
Java Love’s Offline Cafe: Game Nights
Java Love Cafe's new Offline Cafe: Game Night, which takes place every Thursday from 6PM to 9PM at 49 Church Street, Montclair, encourages guests to disconnect from their screens and…
Free
Newark Mayor’s ‘State Of City’ Speech at NJPAC
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka will present the 2025 “State of the City” speech on Thursday, April 17th at 7PM at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, located at 1 Center…
Spuntino Wine Bar Clifton Wine Dinner + Art Show
On Thursday, April 17th, from 7PM to 9PM, Spuntino Wine Bar at 70 Kingsland Road, Clifton will host an Orin Swift Wine Dinner + Art Show. Enjoy a dinner accompanied…
Jazz Jams
Join NJPAC at their monthly Jazz Jam Sessions, featuring top-flight NJ musicians directed by pianist and bandleader, James Austin, Jr. This series is co-presented by NJPAC’s Jazz Advisory Committee and…
Free
Take the Lead at Paper Mill Playhouse
Take the Lead, which is based on the New Line Cinema film written by Dianne Houston, begins performances on Saturday, March 29th at Paper Mill Playhouse. April 6th will be…
Yoga in the Gallery at Ria x Gallery
Join So What Studios every Thursday from 7:30PM to 8:30PM at Ria x Gallery for a cozy, feel-good flow surrounded by beautiful art. Think soft lighting, deep breaths, and stretching…
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Passport Applications at Montclair Public Library – Bellevue Avenue Branch
Locals can apply for a passport at the Bellevue Avenue Branch of the Montclair Public Library, located at 185 Bellevue Avenue, starting January 27th.
Sweet Pea Spring Break Camp at Montclair Community Farms
Children will enjoy a week full of engaging in hands-on lessons and activities all around the Montclair Community Farm, including chicken keeping, seed starting, pollinators, composting, and more from April…
A to Sze: Collecting at MAM (2000-2025) at Montclair Art Museum
The Montclair Art Museum, located at 3 South Mountain Avenue, will showcase "A to Sze: Collecting at MAM (2000-2025)," an exhibition showcasing some of the museum's significant acquisitions over the past quarter-century.…
Arbor Days Activities at Van Vleck House + Gardens
The Van Vleck House and Gardens + The Montclair Foundation will offer all kinds of self-guided tree activities in their visitor center all April long, including A Botanical Scavenger Hunt,…
Kids Planting Workshop at The Eclectic Chic Boutique
Join The Eclectic Chic Boutique at 547 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, for a hands-on planting adventure on April 18th from 3:30PM to 4:30PM. Children will learn how to plant lima beans…
$50
Chef Sauce at Montclair Brewery
Come through for some fresh and tasty offerings like jerk chicken, veggie quesadillas, rib bowls with Mac + cheese slaw, cornbread, wings (3 flavors), and shareable desserts by Chef Sauce…
Free
Hands-on Vegan Cooking Classes at Audacity Kitchen
Join Chef Afi Green of DIY Kitchen Diaries Vegan Cooking Classes LLC for her fun and easy-to-follow Egg-free Pasta, Cupcake Bouquet, French macaron, and 2-ingredient pizza-making classes on April 18th…
$65
Take the Lead at Paper Mill Playhouse
Take the Lead, which is based on the New Line Cinema film written by Dianne Houston, begins performances on Saturday, March 29th at Paper Mill Playhouse. April 6th will be…
Shine a Light on Autism Night at Livingston Memorial Park + Oval
The Livingston Advisory Committee for Disabilities will host Shine a Light on Autism Night at Livingston Memorial Park + Oval, located at Robert H Harp Drive, Livingston, on April 23rd…
JAAK Live at Montclair Brewery
See JAAK at Montclair Brewery on April 18th from 7:30PM to 9:30PM. JAAK is an original jazz fusion band located in Hudson County. Consisting of trumpet, sax,keys, bass, and drums,…
$5
Guys + Dolls at Burdgorff Center for Performing Arts
InterAct Theater Production presents: Guys + Dolls at the Burdgorff Center for Performing Arts from April 11th to April 26th at 10 Durand Road, Maplewood. Set in Damon Runyon's mythical…
$25 – $36
Fabulous Flemtones at The Shillelagh Club
Montclair’s own Fabulous Flemtones will be Rocking and possibly Rolling at The Shillelagh Club at 648 Prospect Avenue in West Orange from 8PM-11PM on April 18th.
Free
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Passport Applications at Montclair Public Library – Bellevue Avenue Branch
Locals can apply for a passport at the Bellevue Avenue Branch of the Montclair Public Library, located at 185 Bellevue Avenue, starting January 27th.
Montclair’s Easter Egg Hunt Egg-Stravaganza
From April 19th to April 20th, local businesses in Montclair will hide special eggs, including rare “Specially Marked” eggs, for participants to find. The goal is to collect as many…
Easter Egg Hunt on the Slopes at Big SNOW
Celebrate Easter early at Big SNOW American Dream, located at 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, with an Easter Egg Hunt on real snow on April 19th. Families can enjoy seasonal…
“Little White Rabbit” Reading + Easter Egg Hunt at Essex County Environmental Center
Join the Essex County Environmental Center at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, for a reading of Little White Rabbit and an Easter egg hunt on April 19th from 9:30AM to…
Composting 101: Turning Waste into Gold at Montclair Community Farms
Join Montclair Community Farms, located at 108 Orange Road, for a hands-on composting class where you'll learn how to transform food scraps and yard waste into nutrient-rich soil on April…
Earth Day at Montclair Community Farms
Celebrate Earth Day with Montclair Community Farms on April 19th from 10AM to 1PM at 108 Orange Road. There will be some fun-filled stations, which include learning all about bees…
A to Sze: Collecting at MAM (2000-2025) at Montclair Art Museum
The Montclair Art Museum, located at 3 South Mountain Avenue, will showcase "A to Sze: Collecting at MAM (2000-2025)," an exhibition showcasing some of the museum's significant acquisitions over the past quarter-century.…
Mr. Bunny’s Springtime Fun at Nishuane Park
Hosted by Montclair Recreation + Montclair PBA Local 53, the annual Mr. Bunny’s Springtime Fun returns on Saturday, April 19th at 11AM at Nishuane Park. There will be an egg…
City Green’s Earth Day Festival
City Green at 171 Grove Street invites community members and families to the Earth Day Festival for nature crafts, gardening lessons, giveaways, and more on April 19th from 11AM to…
Free
Donuts with the Easter Bunny at Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center
Join Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center at Clifton Avenue, 7th Avenue, Newark for Donuts with the Easter Bunny on Saturday, April 19th from 11AM to 2PM.
Arbor Days Activities at Van Vleck House + Gardens
The Van Vleck House and Gardens + The Montclair Foundation will offer all kinds of self-guided tree activities in their visitor center all April long, including A Botanical Scavenger Hunt,…
Easter Bunny Pictures at L+B Healthy Pet Markets
On April 19th from 12PM to 5PM, families and their pets can get free photos with the Easter Bunny at L+B Healthy Pet Markets, located at 15 South Fullerton Avenue,…
Take the Lead at Paper Mill Playhouse
Take the Lead, which is based on the New Line Cinema film written by Dianne Houston, begins performances on Saturday, March 29th at Paper Mill Playhouse. April 6th will be…
Tea + Tarot at The Space
Join The Space at 356 Bloomfield Avenue Loft #2, Montclair, for a casual meet up created to expand the intimate relationship with the archetypes in the tarot deck through discussion,…
$25 – $35
AMA Supercross Championship at MetLife Stadium
Watch motorcycle riders compete for the 2025 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship at MetLife Stadium on April 19th at 2:30PM.
Sigil Workshop with Jasmine at Houss Freya
Jasmine Dianne Romero is an Andean tattooer, tarot reader, and artist from South Florida based out of Jersey City. They will walk you through the process of creating your very…
$50
Guys + Dolls at Burdgorff Center for Performing Arts
InterAct Theater Production presents: Guys + Dolls at the Burdgorff Center for Performing Arts from April 11th to April 26th at 10 Durand Road, Maplewood. Set in Damon Runyon's mythical…
$25 – $36
Speedy Tacos Food Truck at Montclair Brewery
Come out and try some delicious Mexican food by Speedy Tacos on April 19th at Montclair Brewery. It will be offering regular tacos, birria tacos, birria pizza, quesadillas, and vegetable…
Take the Lead at Paper Mill Playhouse
Take the Lead, which is based on the New Line Cinema film written by Dianne Houston, begins performances on Saturday, March 29th at Paper Mill Playhouse. April 6th will be…
Crooked Stew Live at Montclair Brewery
This Morris County-based rock band performs a wide variety of covers from the likes of Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, ZZ Top, Talking Heads, Nirvana, Sublime, and many more! From classic to modern…
$5
Guys + Dolls at Burdgorff Center for Performing Arts
InterAct Theater Production presents: Guys + Dolls at the Burdgorff Center for Performing Arts from April 11th to April 26th at 10 Durand Road, Maplewood. Set in Damon Runyon's mythical…
$25 – $36
The Space for Music – April Centrone + NEESAN
Step into a world where the past and future of Arabic psych rock collide on April 19th from 7:30PM to 10PM at The Space, located at 356 Bloomfield Avenue Loft…
$45 – $50
Alan Bartus Trio at brvshcul7ur3
See the Alan Bartus Trio, a jazz band, at brvshcul7ur3, located at 482 Cedar Lane, Teaneck, on April 19th from 8PM to 11PM.
$20
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Bunny Brunch at The Parkside Social
The Parkside Social
706 Bloomfield Avenue, Verona, NJ
Join The Parkside Social at 706 Bloomfield Avenue, Verona, for a Bunny Brunch on April 20th.
Montclair’s Easter Egg Hunt Egg-Stravaganza
From April 19th to April 20th, local businesses in Montclair will hide special eggs, including rare “Specially Marked” eggs, for participants to find. The goal is to collect as many…
Easter Brunch + Egg Hunt at Mountain Creek
Mountain Creek Resort
200 NJ-94, Vernon Township, NJ
Enjoy a festive brunch at Hawk’s Nest restaurant, located at 200 NJ-94, Vernon, followed by an egg hunt with Golden Egg prizes, on April 20th from 10AM to 12:15PM.
Denville Farmer’s Market
Farmers Market Denville
51 Bloomfield Avenue, Denville, NJ
The Denville Farmers’ Market is open every Sunday from 10AM to 1PM at the Bloomfield Avenue parking lot in downtown Denville. The market features 25+ vendors ranging from artisan products…
Arbor Days Activities at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Van Vleck House + Gardens
21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJ
The Van Vleck House and Gardens + The Montclair Foundation will offer all kinds of self-guided tree activities in their visitor center all April long, including A Botanical Scavenger Hunt,…
Plantable Paper: A Special Sunday Studio at Montclair Art Museum
Montclair Art Museum
3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJ
In celebration of Arbor Day, come to Montclair Art Museum’s Sunday Studio on April 20th at 1PM, 2PM, and 3PM to make seed paper you can plant. Be in sync…
Take the Lead at Paper Mill Playhouse
Paper Mill Playhouse
22 Brookside Drive, Millburn
Take the Lead, which is based on the New Line Cinema film written by Dianne Houston, begins performances on Saturday, March 29th at Paper Mill Playhouse. April 6th will be…
Easter Brunch Buffet at The Shannon Rose Clifton + Ramsey
The Shannon Rose
8 Kingsland Road, Clifton
This Easter, The Shannon Rose in Clifton + Ramsey is hosting a brunch buffet from 11AM to 3PM on April 20th. Families can celebrate with brunch options, including fresh fruit,…
Adult Easter Egg Hunt at Montclair Brewery
Montclair Brewery
101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJ
Gather your friends and family and HOP on over to join Montclair Brewery for a wholesome yet exciting Adult Easter Egg Hunt on April 20th from 2PM to 4PM. Eggs…
Free
Origami Workshop at The Eclectic Chic Boutique
The Eclectic Chic Boutique
547 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ
Join The Eclectic Chic Boutique at 547 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, for an origami class designed for those with some prior experience on April 20th from 6PM to 7PM. Guests will…
$65
Take the Lead at Paper Mill Playhouse
Paper Mill Playhouse
22 Brookside Drive, Millburn
Take the Lead, which is based on the New Line Cinema film written by Dianne Houston, begins performances on Saturday, March 29th at Paper Mill Playhouse. April 6th will be…
17 events found.
Sweet Pea Spring Break Camp at Montclair Community Farms
Children will enjoy a week full of engaging in hands-on lessons and activities all around the Montclair Community Farm, including chicken keeping, seed starting, pollinators, composting, and more from April…
Kid’s Crystal Easter Egg Hunt at Houss Freya
Join Houss Freya at 205 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair for a crystal easter egg hunt on April 17th from 12PM to 8PM. All kids are welcome to hunt in-store for an…
Free
Java Love’s Offline Cafe: Game Nights
Java Love Cafe's new Offline Cafe: Game Night, which takes place every Thursday from 6PM to 9PM at 49 Church Street, Montclair, encourages guests to disconnect from their screens and…
Free
Sweet Pea Spring Break Camp at Montclair Community Farms
Children will enjoy a week full of engaging in hands-on lessons and activities all around the Montclair Community Farm, including chicken keeping, seed starting, pollinators, composting, and more from April…
Kids Planting Workshop at The Eclectic Chic Boutique
Join The Eclectic Chic Boutique at 547 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, for a hands-on planting adventure on April 18th from 3:30PM to 4:30PM. Children will learn how to plant lima beans…
$50
Hands-on Vegan Cooking Classes at Audacity Kitchen
Join Chef Afi Green of DIY Kitchen Diaries Vegan Cooking Classes LLC for her fun and easy-to-follow Egg-free Pasta, Cupcake Bouquet, French macaron, and 2-ingredient pizza-making classes on April 18th…
$65
Shine a Light on Autism Night at Livingston Memorial Park + Oval
The Livingston Advisory Committee for Disabilities will host Shine a Light on Autism Night at Livingston Memorial Park + Oval, located at Robert H Harp Drive, Livingston, on April 23rd…
JAAK Live at Montclair Brewery
See JAAK at Montclair Brewery on April 18th from 7:30PM to 9:30PM. JAAK is an original jazz fusion band located in Hudson County. Consisting of trumpet, sax,keys, bass, and drums,…
$5
Easter Egg Hunt on the Slopes at Big SNOW
Celebrate Easter early at Big SNOW American Dream, located at 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, with an Easter Egg Hunt on real snow on April 19th. Families can enjoy seasonal…
“Little White Rabbit” Reading + Easter Egg Hunt at Essex County Environmental Center
Join the Essex County Environmental Center at 621 Eagle Rock Avenue, Roseland, for a reading of Little White Rabbit and an Easter egg hunt on April 19th from 9:30AM to…
Earth Day at Montclair Community Farms
Celebrate Earth Day with Montclair Community Farms on April 19th from 10AM to 1PM at 108 Orange Road. There will be some fun-filled stations, which include learning all about bees…
Mr. Bunny’s Springtime Fun at Nishuane Park
Hosted by Montclair Recreation + Montclair PBA Local 53, the annual Mr. Bunny’s Springtime Fun returns on Saturday, April 19th at 11AM at Nishuane Park. There will be an egg…
City Green’s Earth Day Festival
City Green at 171 Grove Street invites community members and families to the Earth Day Festival for nature crafts, gardening lessons, giveaways, and more on April 19th from 11AM to…
Free
Donuts with the Easter Bunny at Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center
Join Branch Brook Park Roller Skating Center at Clifton Avenue, 7th Avenue, Newark for Donuts with the Easter Bunny on Saturday, April 19th from 11AM to 2PM.
Easter Bunny Pictures at L+B Healthy Pet Markets
On April 19th from 12PM to 5PM, families and their pets can get free photos with the Easter Bunny at L+B Healthy Pet Markets, located at 15 South Fullerton Avenue,…
Crooked Stew Live at Montclair Brewery
This Morris County-based rock band performs a wide variety of covers from the likes of Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, ZZ Top, Talking Heads, Nirvana, Sublime, and many more! From classic to modern…
$5
Easter Brunch Buffet at The Shannon Rose Clifton + Ramsey
The Shannon Rose
8 Kingsland Road, Clifton
This Easter, The Shannon Rose in Clifton + Ramsey is hosting a brunch buffet from 11AM to 3PM on April 20th. Families can celebrate with brunch options, including fresh fruit,…
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JAAK Live at Montclair Brewery
See JAAK at Montclair Brewery on April 18th from 7:30PM to 9:30PM. JAAK is an original jazz fusion band located in Hudson County. Consisting of trumpet, sax,keys, bass, and drums,…
$5
Easter Bunny Pictures at L+B Healthy Pet Markets
On April 19th from 12PM to 5PM, families and their pets can get free photos with the Easter Bunny at L+B Healthy Pet Markets, located at 15 South Fullerton Avenue,…
Crooked Stew Live at Montclair Brewery
This Morris County-based rock band performs a wide variety of covers from the likes of Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, ZZ Top, Talking Heads, Nirvana, Sublime, and many more! From classic to modern…
$5
Free Rabies Vaccine Clinic at Montclair Township Animal Shelter
Montclair Township Animal Shelter
Join the Montclair Township Animal Shelter at 77 North Willow Street for a free rabies vaccine clinic on April 21st. Dogs will be seen from 6PM to 6:45PM and cats…
41 events found.
Passport Applications at Montclair Public Library – Bellevue Avenue Branch
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch
185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ
Locals can apply for a passport at the Bellevue Avenue Branch of the Montclair Public Library, located at 185 Bellevue Avenue, starting January 27th.
Monday Morning Yoga at Van Vleck House + Garden
Van Vleck House + Gardens
21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJ
Join Van Vleck House + Gardens for its weekly Monday Morning Yoga from 9:30AM to 10:45AM. This class is in-person and online and welcomes all yoga levels.
Studying The House of Wisdom: A Golden Age of Learning in Baghdad at Montclair Public Library
Montclair Public Library
50 S. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair
Did you know that hundreds of years before DaVinci or Galileo, scientists and scholars of the Muslim world created flying machines, did advanced research on optics and explored perspective, compiled…
Arbor Days Activities at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Van Vleck House + Gardens
21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJ
The Van Vleck House and Gardens + The Montclair Foundation will offer all kinds of self-guided tree activities in their visitor center all April long, including A Botanical Scavenger Hunt,…
Free Rabies Vaccine Clinic at Montclair Township Animal Shelter
Montclair Township Animal Shelter
Join the Montclair Township Animal Shelter at 77 North Willow Street for a free rabies vaccine clinic on April 21st. Dogs will be seen from 6PM to 6:45PM and cats…
Rebuilding After Divorce: Men’s Guide to Growth + Healing at Montclair Public Library – Bellevue Ave Branch
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch
185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ
This class provides a supportive space for men navigating divorce, offering strategies to rebuild confidence, manage emotions, and move forward with purpose. Attendees will discuss personal growth, financial stability, co-parenting,…
Intersex Visibility
This program is about raising awareness and reducing the stigma of those born with reproductive or sexual anatomy that doesn’t fit the typical definitions of female or male.
Free
Yoga Class at Women’s Club of Glen Ridge
Women's Club of Glen Ridge
219 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge
The Women’s Club of Glen Ridge will host yoga classes led by Vinni Taneja, owner and founder of Chakra Wellness, on Monday evenings from 7PM to 8PM in the second…
Passport Applications at Montclair Public Library – Bellevue Avenue Branch
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch
185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ
Locals can apply for a passport at the Bellevue Avenue Branch of the Montclair Public Library, located at 185 Bellevue Avenue, starting January 27th.
Earth Day Celebration at Crane Park
Crane Park
Glenridge Avenue, Montclair
The Northeast Earth Coalition invites locals to join its 2025 Earth Day Celebration from April 22nd to April 26th at Crane Park, located on Glenridge Avenue, for a week of…
Earth Day Lecture on Native Ground Cover for Your Home Garden at Caldwell University
Caldwell University
120 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell
Noted horticulturist and educator Duncan Himmelman, Ph.D., will speak about "Native Ground Cover for Your Home Garden" on Tuesday, April 22nd, at 11AM in Caldwell University's Westervelt Lecture Hall in…
Free
Arbor Days Activities at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Van Vleck House + Gardens
21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJ
The Van Vleck House and Gardens + The Montclair Foundation will offer all kinds of self-guided tree activities in their visitor center all April long, including A Botanical Scavenger Hunt,…
Garden Inspirations: Blossoming of Spring at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Van Vleck House + Gardens
21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJ
Van Vleck House + Garden's spring series, which runs from April 22nd to May 27th, from 1PM - 3:30PM, will focus on the delicate colors and forms as spring emerges.…
Crafting a Dramatic Monologue at Montclair Public Library
Montclair Public Library
50 S. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair
This workshop on April 22nd from 2PM to 3:30PM at Montclair Public Library, located at 50 South Fullerton Avenue, is open to anyone who has a story to tell and…
Beginner Backgammon at Montclair Public Library
Montclair Public Library
50 S. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair
Join the Montclair Public Library, located at 50 South Fullerton Avenue, to learn Backgammon, a game that has been played and enjoyed for thousands of years, on April 22nd from…
Spring Happy Hour at Java Love
Java Love (Church Street)
49 Church Street, Montclair, NJ
Join Java Love every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3PM to 5PM for a spring deal: buy any beverage and get 50% off your second drink of equal or lesser value.
Spring Happy Hour at Java Love (Bellevue Avenue)
Java Love (Bellevue Avenue)
244 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ
Join Java Love every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3PM to 5PM for a spring deal: buy any beverage and get 50% off your second drink of equal or lesser value.
LIVING GREEN: How to Help Birds + Butterflies with Native Plants at Montclair Public Library
Montclair Public Library
50 S. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair
On April 22nd from 6:30PM to 7:45PM at Montclair Public Library, located at 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Master Gardener Deb Ellis of the Native Plant Society of New Jersey will…
Introduction to Hustle at Starlight Dance Center
Starlight Dance Center
7 High Street, Nutley, NJ
Join Starlight Dance Center at 7 High Street, Nutley, on Tuesdays for a new 4-week cycle starting April 1st with instructor Taryn Rucinski. Come alone or bring a partner and…
$25
Mantra Meditation + Gong Bath Savasana with Chris at Loopwell
Loopwell
80 Maple Avenue, Montclair, NJ
Step into a realm of deep vibrational healing in this immersive workshop, where ancient practices and powerful sound therapy unite on April 22nd from 7PM to 9PM at Loopwell. Experience…
$40
Special Screening: RIVER at The Clairidge
The Clairidge
486 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair
Join The Clairidge on April 22nd from 7PM to 9PM for the screening of RIVER. New Jersey’s Rivers' panel discussion with The Nature Conservancy’s Beth Styler Barry, New Jersey Director…
Tuesday Night Open Studio Figure Drawing at The Space
The Space
5 S Willow Street Loft #2, Montclair
This Open Studio Figure Drawing class on Tuesdays from 7PM to 9:30PM at The Space, located at 56 Bloomfield Avenue Loft #2, Montclair, provides a creative and dynamic environment for artists…
$20 – $70
Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Pope Francis at Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart
Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart
89 Ridge Street, Newark, NJ
Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, C.Ss.R., Archbishop of Newark, will celebrate a Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Pope Francis on Tuesday, April 22nd at 7:30PM at the Cathedral Basilica…
Passport Applications at Montclair Public Library – Bellevue Avenue Branch
Montclair Public Library - Bellevue Avenue Branch
185 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ
Locals can apply for a passport at the Bellevue Avenue Branch of the Montclair Public Library, located at 185 Bellevue Avenue, starting January 27th.
MB Cornhole League: Spring Tournament at Montclair Brewery
Montclair Brewery
101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJ
The 9th season of the MB Cornhole League returns on April 16th. Hosted at Montclair Brewery, this takes place every Wednesday night. Registration ends Tuesday, April 15th.
$25
Arbor Days Activities at Van Vleck House + Gardens
Van Vleck House + Gardens
21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair, NJ
The Van Vleck House and Gardens + The Montclair Foundation will offer all kinds of self-guided tree activities in their visitor center all April long, including A Botanical Scavenger Hunt,…
iPhone Photography Level 2: Mastering Candid Moments + Post-Processing at Montclair Public Library
Montclair Public Library
50 S. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair
Building on foundational skills, this intermediate iPhone photography class at Montclair Public Library, located at 50 South Fullerton Avenue, focuses on capturing authentic, spontaneous moments through advanced candid photography techniques.…
Book Discussion at Montclair Public Library
Montclair Public Library
50 S. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair
Join local readers to discuss themes, plots, and characters of selected books at Montclair Public Library's Book Discussion. This club meets at the Montclair Public Library, located at 50 South…
$49
Free Lead Screenings at Montclair Municipal Building Council Chambers
Montclair Municipal Building
205 Claremont Avenue, Montclair, NJ
The Montclair Health Department + Mountainside Family Practice Group will provide free lead screenings for Montclair + Cedar Grove children ages one to six years old, as well as pregnant…
Spring Happy Hour at Java Love
Java Love (Church Street)
49 Church Street, Montclair, NJ
Join Java Love every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3PM to 5PM for a spring deal: buy any beverage and get 50% off your second drink of equal or lesser value.
Spring Happy Hour at Java Love (Bellevue Avenue)
Java Love (Bellevue Avenue)
244 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ
Join Java Love every Tuesday and Wednesday from 3PM to 5PM for a spring deal: buy any beverage and get 50% off your second drink of equal or lesser value.
Eataly Wine + Food Event at The Mall at Short Hills
The Mall at Short Hills
1200 Morris Turnpike, Short Hills, NJ
Indulge in unlimited wine and food pairings at Eataly at the Short Hills Mall to benefit the Millburn Short Hills Chamber of Commerce on April 23rd from 6PM to 9PM…
$150
The “Ladies Night” Sip + Shop Event at Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
Calandra’s Mediterranean Grill
118 Route 46 East, Fairfield
Join The Co. for a 1/2 price martinis, martini flights, and over 10 local makers/vendors with goods on Wednesday, April 23rd, from 6PM-10PM at Calandra's Mediterranean Grill, located at 118…
“Shattered Stars”: A Multimedia Presentation for Holocaust Remembrance Day at Montclair Public Library
Montclair Public Library
50 S. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair
Join Montclair Public Library, located at 50 South Fullerton Avenue, to commemorate Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance Day) with Irene Stern Frielich, author of the award-winning "Shattered Stars, Healing Hearts: Unraveling…
Everyone Has A Story: This is the Story Tonight with Larry Hollander at Montclair Film
Montclair Film
505 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ
Montclair History Center + Aging in Montclair have teamed up to present live interview events where longtime residents share their stories and the impact they've had on the Montclair community.…
Grace Williams, Author of “Give Her Credit” Watchung Booksellers
Watchung Booksellers
44 Fairfield Street, Montclair
Watchung Booksellers welcomes Montclair Magazine editor Grace Williams, author of Give Her Credit: The Untold Account of a Women's Bank that Empowered a Generation, in conversation with So Money podcaster Farnoosh Torabi on Wednesday, April…
$5
Film Club at Congregation Shomrei Emunah
Congregation Shomrei Emunah
67 Park Street, Montclair, NJ
The Montclair Public Library's Film Club meets from 7:00PM to 8:30PM at Congregation Shomrei Emunah, located at 67 Park Street in Montclair. The club runs from February 12th to June…
$150
Sweet Megg in Concert at Knights of Columbus
Knights of Columbus
106 Bergen Avenue, Ridgefield Park, NJ
See Sweet Megg in Ridgefield Park at Knights of Columbus, located at 106 Bergen Avenue, during the first free concert of 2025 on April 23rd from 7PM to 8:30PM. Nashville's…
Free
Special Screening: And, Towards Happy Alleys at The Clairidge
The Clairidge
486 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair
See And, Towards Happy Alleys and attend a Q+A with director Sreemoyee Singh at The Clairidge on April 23rd from 7PM to 9PM. Fascinated by Iran’s film culture and the…
Out Montclair’s Mingle + Make New Friends at Just Jake’s
Just Jake's
30 Park Street, Montclair, NJ
Enjoy a night of speed friending with Out Montclair at Just Jake's, located at 30 Park Street, Montclair, on April 23rd 7PM to 9:30PM.
Take the Lead at Paper Mill Playhouse
Paper Mill Playhouse
22 Brookside Drive, Millburn
Take the Lead, which is based on the New Line Cinema film written by Dianne Houston, begins performances on Saturday, March 29th at Paper Mill Playhouse. April 6th will be…
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Kid’s Crystal Easter Egg Hunt at Houss Freya
Join Houss Freya at 205 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair for a crystal easter egg hunt on April 17th from 12PM to 8PM. All kids are welcome to hunt in-store for an…
Free
How to Start Your Food Business in New Jersey
This online workshop on April 17th from 2:30PM to 2PM breaks down the process's not-so-fun (but absolutely necessary) parts of starting a food business: paperwork, permits, and meeting all state…
Free
Java Love’s Offline Cafe: Game Nights
Java Love Cafe's new Offline Cafe: Game Night, which takes place every Thursday from 6PM to 9PM at 49 Church Street, Montclair, encourages guests to disconnect from their screens and…
Free
Newark Mayor’s ‘State Of City’ Speech at NJPAC
Newark Mayor Ras Baraka will present the 2025 “State of the City” speech on Thursday, April 17th at 7PM at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, located at 1 Center…
Jazz Jams
Join NJPAC at their monthly Jazz Jam Sessions, featuring top-flight NJ musicians directed by pianist and bandleader, James Austin, Jr. This series is co-presented by NJPAC’s Jazz Advisory Committee and…
Free
Easter Bunny Pictures at L+B Healthy Pet Markets
On April 19th from 12PM to 5PM, families and their pets can get free photos with the Easter Bunny at L+B Healthy Pet Markets, located at 15 South Fullerton Avenue,…
Free Rabies Vaccine Clinic at Montclair Township Animal Shelter
Montclair Township Animal Shelter
Join the Montclair Township Animal Shelter at 77 North Willow Street for a free rabies vaccine clinic on April 21st. Dogs will be seen from 6PM to 6:45PM and cats…
Intersex Visibility
This program is about raising awareness and reducing the stigma of those born with reproductive or sexual anatomy that doesn’t fit the typical definitions of female or male.
Free
Beginner Backgammon at Montclair Public Library
Montclair Public Library
50 S. Fullerton Avenue, Montclair
Join the Montclair Public Library, located at 50 South Fullerton Avenue, to learn Backgammon, a game that has been played and enjoyed for thousands of years, on April 22nd from…
Sweet Megg in Concert at Knights of Columbus
Knights of Columbus
106 Bergen Avenue, Ridgefield Park, NJ
See Sweet Megg in Ridgefield Park at Knights of Columbus, located at 106 Bergen Avenue, during the first free concert of 2025 on April 23rd from 7PM to 8:30PM. Nashville's…
Free
Aging in Montclair | 13 Trinity Place, Montclair
Since its founding in 2015, Aging in Montclair (AIM) has been the proud voice of older residents of the Montclair area. Its programs support and educate its 600+ members and provide the social connections that are so important as we age. Membership is free, and AIM invites all residents age 55 and older to join. Contributions will help AIM shape solutions to meet the needs and concerns of our community. Learn more here.
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.
The Montclair Inn | 27 Hillside Avenue, Montclair
Affordable housing for senior citizens that includes food, mobility access, WiFi, and more can be difficult to secure. For some time, the Montclair Shared Housing Association has been providing this opportunity while fostering a great community. All residents have access to a private bedroom, kitchen appliances, three meals a day, a laundry facility, WiFi, and community space. While residents do have a monthly rental fee, services, and amenities are made possible in large part by donors. Learn more here.
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