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Montclair Flea's holiday market begins Nov. 29 at Lackawanna Station. It is open Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. through Dec. 28. From Montclair Flea. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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"Improv Intensive Workshop" planned with N.J. School of Dramatic Arts on Dec. 2 Montclair. Class meets for four Tuesdays from 7:35-10:05 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church. Registration is available online. From New Jersey School of Dramatic Arts. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […] 
"Twilight Saga LEGO House Build" for ages 12+ planned at West Orange library on Dec. 2. It is from 4-5 p.m. Registration is not required. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Community meeting with Montclair Councilors-at-Large Susan Shin Andersen and Bill Harrison planned on Dec. 3. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at 1 Pine St. It will discuss infrastructure projects, Lackawanna Plaza, Bloomfield Avenue redevelopment plan, and more. Attendees can ask questions during a Q&A session. From Montclair Township. This information is accurate as of when […] 
Author talk with Angela Flournoy planned at Montclair library's Main Branch on Dec. 3. Doors open at 6 p.m. Flournoy will discuss her novel "The Wilderness." There will be a Q&A session and book signing. Registration is required. Free admission. From Montclair Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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"Wellness and Spiritual Circle" planned at Lackawanna Station on Dec. 3 in Montclair. It is from 6-7 p.m. Free admission. RSVP by email. From Lackawanna Station. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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"Naughty or Nice Cabaret" planned with interACT Theatre Productions on Dec. 5-6 in Maplewood. Showtime is 7:30 p.m. at The Burgdorff Center for the Performing Arts, 10 Durand Rd. Tickets are available online for purchase. From interACT Theatre Productions. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […]
Art night planned at Lackawanna Station on Dec. 5 in Montclair. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. with Keep Creating-Art and Wellness Studio and will focus on pop art. Admission is $35. From Lackawanna Station. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Nutley-area residents can join the library on a trip to see "A Playhouse Christmas" production on Dec. 6 in Union. Tickets are $115 and include transportation, lunch, and the show. Bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. to Hunterdon Hills Playhouse. Registration is required. From Friends of the Nutley Public Library. This information is accurate as of […] 
"Christmas with the King by ELVIStory" planned at Bloomfield library on Dec. 6. It is from 2-3 p.m. and will include a musical lecture. Free admission. From Bloomfield Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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"Winterfest Snowflake Spectacular" planned with Montclair recreation on Dec. 6. It is from 1-4 p.m. at Edgemont Park. There will be children's activities, face painting, trains, and Santa. From Montclair Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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"Holiday Sip and Sew" planned with Keep Creating Art and Wellness Studio on Dec. 6 in Montclair. It is from 5-7 p.m. at Lackawanna Station. Admission is $35. Tickets available online for purchase. From Lackawanna Station. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. 
Documentary screening of "Heightened Scrutiny" planned with Out Montclair on Dec. 6 in Maplewood. It begins at 3:30 p.m. at St. George's Episcopal Church. A panel will follow. Free admission. A suggested donation of $20 per person for the Sam and Devorah Foundation for Transgender Youth will be collected at the door. From Out Montclair. […]
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"Project Graduation Holiday Bazaar" planned at Montclair High School on Dec. 7. It is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be local vendors, food, and more. Proceeds will benefit the high school's Project Graduation, an end-of-year celebration for graduating students. From Montclair Local. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
Tree lighting planned on Dec. 7 in Montclair. It begins at 5 p.m. at 306 Orange Rd. From Montclair Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Montclair youth in grades 6-8 can register for the recreation department's winter basketball program, scheduled to start Jan. 9. It runs through Mar. 20. Enrollment is $100. Registration is required online. From Montclair Recreation and Cultural Affairs. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […] |
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Youth and adults can register for Montclair Film’s winter classes. Classes include improv, editing, screenwriting, and voice acting, among others. Registration available online. From Montclair Film. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Artist reception with Lynne Breitfeller planned at West Orange library on Dec. 11. It is from 6-8:30 p.m. Breitfeller's work is on display at the library through Dec. 14. Free admission. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Out Montclair seeks new toy donations for ages 2-16 through Dec. 12. Donations accepted at Montclair fire department, Montclair Diner at 613 Valley Rd., and Weichert Realtors at 272 Bellevue Ave. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Book club meeting for adults planned at West Orange library on Dec. 12. Attendees will discuss "Babel" by R.F. Kuang from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Registration not required. From West Orange Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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DIY book bouquet craft session for adults and youth planned at Glen Ridge library on Dec. 13. It is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not required. From Glen Ridge Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest […]
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"MRB Jazz Project Performance" planned at Nutley library on Dec. 13. It is from 2-3 p.m. Free admission. From Nutley Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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"Kwanzaa Community Celebration" planned at Montclair library on Dec. 13 in the Main Branch. It is from 12-4 p.m. There will be a market, fashion show, and dance and drum performance. From Montclair Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Stage production of "Joy Meets Girl" planned with Skyline Theater Company on Dec. 13-14 and Dec. 20-21 in Bloomfield. Showtimes are 7 p.m. and 2 p.m. at Oakeside Bloomfield Cultural Center. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Skyline Theater Company. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event […]
West Orange Holy Trinity Food Pantry seeks donations of hygiene items through Dec. 13. Accepted items include body wash, shampoo, conditioner, toothpaste, toothbrush, and deodorant. Items can also be purchased online for donation. Drop-off location available by emailing the pantry contact. From TAPinto West Orange. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […] |
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Live performance of "It's A Wonderful Life: Radio Show" planned at Women's Club of Glen Ridge on Dec. 14. It begins at 5 p.m. at 219 Ridgewood Ave. Tickets are available online for purchase. From Women's Club of Glen Ridge. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator […] 
"Transition Your Wardrobe" sewing workshop for adults and youth ages 14+ planned with Out Montclair on Dec. 14. It is from 5-7 p.m. at The Eclectic Chic Boutique, 547 Bloomfield Ave. Attendees should bring one item of clothing they want to upcycle. No sewing experience necessary. Admission is $10. Registration is required online. From Out […] |
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Montclair's Santa mailbox is accepting letters until Dec. 15 at the recreation building. Parents or guardians should include their children’s return address to receive replies. From Montclair Recreation and Cultural Affairs. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Expectant parents can attend an infant care and safety class at Mountainside Medical Center on Dec. 15 in Montclair. It is from 7-9:30 p.m. and will include information about care, safety, and development of infants. Free admission. Registration is required. From Hackensack Meridian Health. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
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Community blood drive planned with Nutley health department on Dec. 15. Eligible participants can donate blood from 3-6:30 p.m. at 149 Chestnut St. Registration is required. From Nutley Township. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Youth ages 12-18 can attend a book bedazzling craft session at Montclair library on Dec. 16-17 in the Bellevue and Main Branches. It is from 5-7:30 p.m. Registration is required. Library card not required. From Montclair Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the […]
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Holiday dance party for ages 21+ planned with Out Montclair on Dec. 16 in Montclair. It is from 6-10 p.m. at Porta, 499 Bloomfield Ave. Advanced tickets are $15 and available online. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
West Orange Chamber of Commerce's 2025 holiday mixer is scheduled for Dec. 16. It is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at McLoone's Boathouse, 9 Cherry Ln. in West Orange. Free admission for members, $20 for non-members. Tickets are available online. From West Orange Chamber of Commerce. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check […]
Bloomfield-area children up to age 6 can register for Bloomfield Soccer Club's winter indoor session. It begins Jan. 4 at Bloomfield High School. Registration is required. From Bloomfield Soccer Club . This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Montclair Film seeks non-perishable food donations through Dec. 17. Items accepted at The Clairidge and The Bellevue Theater. Donations will support Human Needs Food Pantry and Toni's Kitchen. From Montclair Film. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Pet portrait workshop planned at Lackawanna Station on Dec. 19 in Montclair. It is from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Participants must bring a printed photograph of the pet. Enrollment is $35. Registration is available online. From Lackawanna Station. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Assemblyman Michael Venezia seeks donations of non-perishable food items and new or lightly used winter coats by Dec. 19. Items accepted at locations in Belleville, Bloomfield, Glen Ridge, and Nutley. Locations available online. From District 34 Assemblyman Michael Venezia. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for […] |
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Montclair seeks new toy donations for ages 2-16 through Dec. 20. Donations accepted at Montclair fire department, Montclair Diner at 613 Valley Rd., Weichert Realtors at 272 Bellevue Ave., Studio Groomers at 51 N. Fullerton Ave., and Brown Stevens Harris at 635 Valley Rd. Distribution is Dec. 21. From Montclair Township. This information is accurate […]
"Santa and Sip" painting session planned with Beyond the Boogie Dance Company on Dec. 20 in Montclair. Ticket includes a canvas, refreshments, and a digital picture with Santa. It is from 12-1:30 p.m. at 602 Valley Rd. Admission is $30. Tickets available online for purchase. From Beyond the Boogie Dance Company. This information is accurate […]
"Holiday Sip and Sew" planned with Keep Creating Art and Wellness Studio on Dec. 20 in Montclair. It is from 5-7 p.m. at Lackawanna Station. Admission is $35. Tickets available online for purchase. From Lackawanna Station. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
Nochebuena dance party planned with Latinos of Montclair on Dec. 20. It is from 7-11 p.m. at Porta, 499 Bloomfield Ave. There will be salsa dance lesson, coquito contest, and a DJ. Admission is $25. Tickets are available online. From Latinos of Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with […] |
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Holiday market planned with Art is Bond on Dec. 21 in Montclair. There will be Black-owned business vendors selling art from 2-6 p.m. at 8 Lackawanna Plaza. Free admission From Art Is Bond. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Montclair-area youth ages 13-17 can attend a free basketball training at Montclair YMCA on Dec. 21. It is from 3-5 p.m. at Park Street YMCA gymnasium. Registration is required. From YMCA of Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Toy giveaway planned with Out Montclair and Montclair Mutual Aid on Dec. 21 in Montclair. It begins at 2 p.m. at the Montclair fire department, 1 Pine St. From Out Montclair. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Cowan's Public seeks donations of pet food, treats, blankets, and toys benefitting Associated Humane Society of Newark. Donations accepted through Dec. 22. From Cowan's Public. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details. |
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Science fiction queer lit club meeting for adults planned at Montclair library on Dec. 23 in the Bellevue Branch. The meeting is from 6-7 p.m. and members will discuss "Black Sun" by Rebecca Roanhorse. Registration is required. Library card not required. From Montclair Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. […]
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Early bird pricing for Women's Club of Glen Ridge's "Casino Royale" fundraiser is available until Dec. 24. The fundraiser is scheduled on Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. at 219 Ridgewood Ave. Early bird price is $100 and will increase to $125 after Dec. 24. Tickets are available online. From Women's Club of Glen Ridge. This […] |
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Drop-in craft session celebrating Kwanza planned at Nutley library on Dec. 26. It is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Library card not required. From Nutley Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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Drop-in craft session celebrating New Year's Eve planned at Nutley library on Dec. 27. It is from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Library card not required. From Nutley Public Library. This information is accurate as of when it was published. Check with the event coordinator for the latest details.
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