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Thursday, December 25
Mama Doni & The Mama Doni Band’s Rockin’ Chanukah Show
Who: Jewish kids–or any kids who need something fun to do on Christmas
What:
Montclair’s own Mama Doni will be performing in NYC. Catch her new
song, The Funky Gold Menorah. See the video here.
Where: The Jewish Museum New York, 1109 5th Ave., New York, NY 10128
When: 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
Cost: Free with museum admission ($12 for adults, children 12 and under free)

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Cost: $5 per child, register with member services in advance (973) 783-7640.

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Cost: $5 per child, register with member services in advance (973) 783-7640.

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Cost: Advance Tickets:  $12 per adult, $8 per child (ages 4-18),
$36 per family. Call (973) 746.5031 x. 3. Tickets at the Door: $15 per adult, $10 per child.

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Saturday, December 20

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Oldies Cabaret to Benefit Luna Stage: Moon Shine
Who: All ages. I’m taking my twins and their grandparents this weekend.
What: Local performers includinng MSU students and alumni, 11
singers from national tours such as High School Musical, and one local
little girl, Claire Daddabbo, bring you songs from the gold old days.
Everyone will know the words to The Lion Sleeps Tonight and other
songs. All proceeds help keep the lights on at Luna.
Where: Luna Stage
695 Bloomfield Ave.
Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Sunday, December 14, 2 p.m.
Cost: $20, call (973) 744-3309

MAMA DONI & THE MAMA DONI BAND
CUT LOOSE WITH A ROCKING CHANUKAH SHOW
“FUNKY MUSIC WITH A JEWISH TWIST”

WHEN: DEC. 14, 2:30pm
WHERE: YM-YHMA of North Jersey
1 Pike Drive, Wayne NJ
http://www.ymha-nj.org/cultural_arts.htm

MAMA DONI will perform favorites from her debut CD, I Love Herring (& Other Fish Shticks for Kids), along with latkelicious new songs from her new EP, I Love Chanukah! The Chanukah collection includes a wild mix of musical styles including “Latke Man,” a retro-swing pop song; “The Funky Gold Menorah,” a kid-friendly hip-hop dance tune; “La Vida Dreidel,” a Jewish twist on Latin style; and “You Say Hanukah, (I say Chhhanukah),” a quirky steel drum, island-style number. Chanukah will never be the same!

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Saturday, December 13
Hillside Community Swap
Who: Anyone who likes free stuff
What: A completely free community swap where you can pick up
your neighbor’s gently used clothing (kids and adult), books, sports
and baby equipment.
Where: Hillside Elementary School
54 Orange Rd

When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 9 a.m.-noon
Cost: Free

The Sword in the Stone

Who: Ages 3 and up
What: The awesome Running Rabbit Family Theatre present this
children’s musical about the early days of King Arthur. Arthur and
Merlin the Magician explore the magic of the earth, fire, wind and rain.
Where: Luna Stage
695 Bloomfield Avenue
Montclair,  NJ  07042
When: Saturday, Dec. 13, 11 a.m.
Saturday, Dec. 20, 11 a.m.
Sunday, Dec. 21, 2 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 27, 11 a.m.
Monday, Dec. 29, 1 p.m.
Tuesday, Dec. 30, 1 p.m.
Cost: $14 per seat, call (973) 744-3309

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Saturday, Dec. 6
Parents Who Rock Holiday Sample Sale
Who: Adults and big kids
What: Local vendors like Aunt Jean’s Toys & Treats and
Michele A Seda Jewelry giving 20 percent of proceeds to Parents Who
Rock/Little Kids Rock. Wine, cheese and LIVE MUSIC provided.
Where: Andrew Tedesco Gallery
7 N. Willow St
Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Saturday, Dec. 6, 7-10 p.m.
 
The Artisan Gift Market
Who: All ages
What: Very cute handmade gifts from 30 local vendors such as StudioKids Art. Find purses, necklaces and more to benefit the Glen Ridge Congregational Church.
Where: Glen Ridge Congregational Church
195 Ridgewood Ave.
Glen Ridge, NJ
When: Saturday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.

16th Annual Art & Craft Show
Who: All ages
What: Goods to benefit HOMECorp of Montclair
Where: 106 S. Fullerton Ave (look for big red ribbons)
Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Saturday, Dec. 6, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. & Sunday, Dec. 7, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Santa on a Fire Truck
Who: Kids who love fire trucks and/or Santa
What: Santa will ride through Montclair (see schedule below)
with local firemen in their fire truck, making quick stops around town.
(Event is sponsored by The Fireman’s Benevolent Association and the
Policemen’s Benevolent Association.)
When: Saturday, Dec. 6
Where: 11:00 a.m. – South End stop at Orange Rd. and Cedar Ave.
11:30 a.m. – Walnut Street parking lot
12:00 pm – Watchung Plaza
12:30 pm – Final stop at St. James Church at Bellevue Ave. & Valley Rd. in Upper Montclair

Learning Express
Who: Little pumpkins
What: Santa and one of his helpers
Where: Learning Express
643 Bloomfield Ave.
Verona, NJ 07044
When: Saturday, Dec. 6, noon to 4 p.m.

Happy Santa hunting. At what age do they stop crying when they see Santa?

Entry by Briget Roy Sarubin

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Friday, Dec. 5
The 3rd Annual Holiday Gift Bazaar
Who: Kids who want to buy something for you–for cheap
What:
Eighth Graders at the Montclair Co-op are raising money for class trips
and projects. They’re selling cute, inexpensive items–most less than
$10–for Mom, Dad, brothers, sisters, grandparents and friends. Baked
goods and hot chocolate will be $1.
Where: The Montclair Cooperative School
65 Chestnut St.
Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Dec. 5, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Cost: Free admission

Handmade Baby & Pattycake Knits
Who: People looking for beautiful, handmade baby items
What: Montclair Mommies Cynthia Urquhart and Kristen
Shoemaker’s locally sewn and knitted items: baby blankets, baby
leg and arm warmers and beautiful things for Mommy too. Tea and treats
provided.
Where: 20 St. Luke’s Place
Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Friday, Dec. 5, 3:30-8:30 p.m. & Sat., Dec. 6 from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

SuburbanSky
Who: Anyone interested in nice clothes and things for adults and kids
What: Local stores like Minnow
will offer clothing, accessories, gifts, silent auctions, raffles and
refreshments at below retail prices to benefit Montclair Art Museum.
Where: Montclair Art Museum
3 South Mountain Ave.
Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Friday, Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. with wine and cheese from 6-8 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 6, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 7, 9 a.m.-noon

Santa at Baby Boom
Who: Our little pumpkins
What: Santa Claus and his elves–bring your digital camera for photos.
Where: Baby Boom
598 Valley Rd.
Upper Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Friday, Dec. 5 from noon to 3 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 5 from noon to 3 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 7 from noon to 3 p.m.

Here are some other great places to catch Santa around town. This is a
great way to help support local stores, many run by local moms. (Check
out ShopLocalMontclair for coupons.) And best of all, you can skip the
lines and chaos of Santa at the mall.

Church Street Holiday Tree Lighting with Santa and the Mayor
Who: The whole family
What: See Montclair’s giant tree in lights. The mayor will speak
then carolers will sing. Santa will post for photos for $3. Santa will
also have his mailbox with him for kids to drop off their letters.
Local merchants will be on hand with freebies.
Where: Church Street just off Bloomfield Ave. in downtown Montclair
When: Friday, Dec. 5 at 6 p.m. sharp

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Thursday, Dec. 4
Bobbi Brown’s Shop & Give Back Event
Who: All moms looking for an excuse to go to The Bobbi Brown Studio
What:
Free party-look makeovers, manicures (not sure if these are free),
sales and a chance to win a stocked beauty trunk. A portion of sales
will go to Life Center, an on-site nursery for young mothers attending
the Jane Addams Vocational High School.
Where: Bobbi Brown Studio
8 Lackawanna Plaza, Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Thursday, Dec. 4, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

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This is the week for buying local crafts and goods. All these sample sales & craft fairs are fundraisers for great causes.

So we don’t feel bad if we spend too much.

Wednesday, Dec. 3

Shomrei Emunah Gift & Craft Show.
Who: All ages
What: Handmade gifts, children’s clothes, jewelry and home decor to benefit the preschool
Where: Shomrei Emunah
67 Park Street
Montclair, NJ
When: Wednesday, Dec 3rd from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30pm &
Thursday, Dec 4th from 8:30am to 2:30pm

The Woodhouse Day Spa Holiday Party
Who: Stressed out, spa-loving moms and dads.
What: Free apps, drinks and services. Plus 10 percent off future bookings.
Where: The Woodhouse Day Spa @ The Siena
56 Park St.
Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Wednesday, Dec. 3, 6-8 p.m.
Cost: Free