February 28, 2009

February 28, 2009

Date & Time: Saturday, Feb 28, 2009 9:19pm
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Saturday, February 28
 
Footloose
Who: Teens and their parents.
What: Montclair Kimberley Academy’s Upper School’s production of Footloose.
Where: MKA Weiss Auditorium, 6 Lloyd Road, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Saturday, February 28 at 8:00 p.m.
Cost:  Tickets are available at $10, $15 and $20 and may be purchased from the Box Office, by calling the Ticket Hotline at 973-509-3927 or online here.
 
 
 
Black History Month Celebration
Who: All ages.
What: See a performance by the African Dance Theater & Education Center of Irvington, learn about African culture, hear poetry, take in African art and shop at the African Market.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Saturday, February 28 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: Free. Register at (973) 744-0500 ext. 2236

February 27, 2009

February 27, 2009

Date & Time: Friday, Feb 27, 2009 12:38pm
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Friday, February 27

 

The Little Gym’s Monthly Parent Survival Night

Who: Members of The Little Gym
What: Drop off your kids and enjoy a night out.
Where: The Little Gym, 1 Greenwood Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042
When: Friday, February 27, 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Cost:  $20 per child the first time and $10 each additional time.  Call (973)744-1002 to register.

 

Footloose
Who: Teens and their parents.
What: Montclair Kimberley Academy’s Upper School’s production of Footloose.
Where: MKA Weiss Auditorium, 6 Lloyd Road, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Friday, February 27 and Saturday, February 28 at 8:00 p.m.
Cost:  Tickets are available at $10, $15 and $20 and may be purchased from the Box Office, by calling the Ticket Hotline at 973-509-3927 or online here.

 

 

Kid Kat Kabaret
Who: All ages
What: Watch local kids perform their hearts out while you drink alcohol and eat Piano’s pizza.
Where: Piano’s Bar & Grill
36 Broad Street
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
When: Fridays, 6-7:30 -.m.
Cost: $10 cover plus 2 item minimum. Your two items can be apple juice or Jack Daniels–you choose.

February 26, 2009

February 26, 2009

Date & Time: Thursday, Feb 26, 2009 9:16pm
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Thursday, February 26
 
Montclair Community Pre-K Hosts Parent Panel to Discuss Kindergarten Selections
Who: Parents about to make the dreaded Montclair Kindergarten decision.
What: Parents Panel discussion about Montclair’s elementary schools.
Where: Montclair Pre-K, 49 Orange Road, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Thursday, February 26 at 6:45 p.m.
Cost: Free and open to all Montclair residents with incoming Kindergarten students.
 
 
Your Kid and Sports: What Every Parent Should Know
Who: Parents of athletic children.
What: A panel program and Q&A discussing youth and high school sports. Panelists include Jerry Walker, former Seton Hall basketball star, Dr. Dave Masur, St. John’s head soccer coach, Ken Bernabe of NJSIAA and Chris Politan, former minor-league catcher. 
Where: Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center at Montclair State University, 1 Normal Avenue, Montclair  NJ, 07043
When: Thursday, February 26 from 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Cost:  $5. RSVP at (973) 655-6891. 

 

 
Storytime at the Bloomfield Library
Who: Children who love to be read to.
What: Weekly storytime, including, songs and a craft.
Where: Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003. (973) 566-6200.
When: Thursdays at 11:00 a.m.
Cost: Free.  No registration required.

 

February 25, 2009

February 25, 2009

Date & Time: Wednesday, Feb 25, 2009 9:12pm
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Wednesday, February 25
 
Van Vleck House & Gardens Pre-K Discovery Program
Who: Children ages 3 -5.
What: Guided hands-on activities and a story.
Where: Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Wednesday, February 25 from 1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Sugar Maple Trees
Cost: $7: Friends of Van Vleck / $12 all others.  Adults free.  Registration required by calling (973) 744-0837.
 
 
 

February 24, 2009

February 24, 2009

Date & Time: Tuesday, Feb 24, 2009 12:06pm
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Tuesday, February 24
 
“I Hate My Body!” – Body Image Group
Who: Teen girls.
What: Body image workshop that provides a safe place that is supportive, compassionate and educational.
Where: The Montclair Counseling Center, 183 Inwood Avenue, Montclair NJ 07043.
When: Tuesdays, starting February 24 from 4:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.
Cost:  $35 per session.
Register by calling Dr. Jennifer Carlin-Mathis at (973) 783-6977 x44.
 
 
National Pancake Day
Who: Everyone – who doesn’t like a stack of pancakes?
What: IHOP celebrates National Pancake Day by giving one FREE short stack to everyone.
Where: IHOP, 542 Bloomfield Avenue, Bloomfield, NJ  
When: Tuesday, February 24 from 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Cost: Free

February 23, 2009

February 23, 2009

Date & Time: Monday, Feb 23, 2009 11:34am
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Monday, February 23
 
 
Mothering in Awareness
Who: New moms and their babies.
What: A postpartum circle get together to meet new moms, share stories and experiences and discuss various topics related to your transition into motherhood.
Where: Starseed Yoga, 215 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Mondays, February 23 – April 13 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $120 for the 8 week series / $20 per pre-registered class / $25 per class drop-in.
 

Feb 23rd: Sharing our birth stories/postpartum needs and feelings.


March 2nd: Nighttime parenting and healthy sleep habits.


March 9th: Nutrition for new Moms / How to create simple
meals to nourish yourself and baby: Guest speaker: Amara Wagner; Holistic Health and Nutrition Consultant.


March 16th: Healing Ourselves, Healing our Families: Building natural immunity for yourself and your baby. Guest speakers: .Harsha Patel DC and Patti Safian (Lac) acupuncturist.


March 23rd: Infant massage: Through nurturing touch, massage and acupressure Moms will learn natural ways of promoting infant health and wellness.


March 30th: Baby Wearing / Learn the benefits of wearing your baby. You will also have the opportunity to try different slings and baby carriers Guest speaker: Larissa Chen.


April 6th: Baby proofing your Marriage: How to Maintain a
Healthy Relationship With your Partner.


April 13th: Sensory play for your baby – Learn fun and creative ways to play with your baby at all stages of development  

February 22, 2009

February 22, 2009

Date & Time: Sunday, Feb 22, 2009 9:06pm
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Sunday, February 22
 
The Deedle Deedle Dees at Montclair State University
Who: Parents and kids who like cool music. Local NJ kids will get to sing on stage, too, about the history of the state.
What: A performance by the Deedle Deedle Dees, a Brooklyn-based kid’s rock band.
Where: The Alexander Kasser Theater at Montclair State University, 1 Normal Avenue, Montclair  NJ, 07043
When: Sunday, February 22 at 2 p.m.
Cost:  $15 are available at http://www.peakperfs.org/
 
 
The FunkeyMonkeys at Temple Ner Tamid
Who: Parents and kids who like cool music.
What: Created by Joshua Sitron, composer for Nickelodeon’s Dora the Explorer, the FunkeyMonkeys are a supergroup of professional musicians and comedians based in New York City.
Where: Temple Ner Tamid, 936 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003
When: Sunday, February 22 at 1:30 p.m.
Cost:  $10 per person / $25 per family.
 
 
Parents Who Rock – Rockin’ for Kids
Who: Families who like to rock together.
What: Family friendly concert for all ages featuring Mr. Ray, the Mama Doni Band and the Roo Mates from Club Kiddoo!
Where: Montclair High School Auditorium, Park Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042
When: Sunday, February 22 at 3:00 p.m.
Cost:  $10 in advance / $12 at the door. Available at www.brownpapertickets.com , by calling 800-838.3006 or at the Montclair Community Pre-K, Grove Pharmacy and Kiel’s Pharmacy  Proceeds from the event will go to Little Kids Rock Montclair.
 
 
 

Montclair Art Museum’s Free Family Day ~ Beats of the African Diaspora

Who: All ages.
What: This Museum-wide Family Day examines the African Diaspora’s influence on American arts. Programs include: 
• Rennie Harris Puremovement History of Hip-Hop: this demonstration of movement, rhythm, and sound illustrates the roots of hip-hop in African tradition and culture throughout the diaspora (including African American, Afro-Brazilian, Afro-Cuban, and Puerto Rican cultures) from the ’60s to today.   
 • Soul Steps will offer an interactive stepping workshop. Stepping is a percussive dance movement using feet, hands, and arms to create rhythmic sound. Stepping closely resembles gumboot dancing that began among 19th century South African miners.
• Afro-Brazilian Cultural Center will demonstrate the martial art and dance of Capoeira. 
 • Art projects will highlight the outstanding African American
artists represented in MAM’s collection.
 
Where: Montclair Art Museum, 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042
When: Sunday, February 22 , 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. 
Cost: Free

February 21, 2009

February 21, 2009

Date & Time: Saturday, Feb 21, 2009 9:01pm
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Saturday, February 21
 
Green Golly and Her Golden Flute
Who: Children ages 4 and up.
What: Renowned children’s’ musicians, Barbara Seisel and Keith Torgen perform a musical story of Green Golly through the art of the flute and classical music.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Saturday, February 21 at 12:00 p.m.
Cost: Free. Register at (973) 744-0500 ext. 2236
 
 
 
Van Vleck House & Gardens Maple Sugaring Day
Who: Families of all ages.
What: Learn how to make maple syrup from the Sugar Maple Trees and get a taste too!
Where: Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Saturday, February 21 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $25 per family / $20 per family for Friends of Van Vleck.  Space is limited, so reserve your spot by calling Michelle Weissner at (973) 744-0837 or email her at education@vanvleck.org .
 
 
Robert the Bear Who Went to the Mall 
Who: Children who love musical theater.
What: The story about a bear who leaves the woods to visit a mall.
Where: Westminster Arts Center: Bloomfield College, Fremont Street, Bloomfield, NJ
When: February 21 at 11:00 a.m. 
Cost: $10 / $8 children and seniors can be purchased here.
 
 
Kirtan for Kids
Who: Children ages 3 – 10 and their parents..
What: A group experience of chanting, drumming and dancing.
Where: Lotus Yoga, 7 North Willow – Suite 3, Montclair, NJ, 07042. 
When: Saturday, February 21 from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: Free, but call in advance to save your space (973) 783-5060. 
 

February 20, 2009

February 20, 2009

Date & Time: Friday, Feb 20, 2009 6:54am
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Friday, February 20
 
 
A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Who: Middle school kids and their parents.
What: Montclair Kimberley Academy’s 7th Grade Shakepeare production of A Midsummer Night’s Dream set in the 1960s.
Where: MKA Middle School Auditorium, 201 Valley Road, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Friday, February 20 and Saturday, February 21 at 7:30 p.m.
Cost:  $3 for adults / $2 for students and seniors.
 
 
Kid Kat Kabaret
Who: All ages
What: Watch local kids perform their hearts out while you drink alcohol and eat Piano’s pizza.
Where: Piano’s Bar & Grill
36 Broad Street
Bloomfield, NJ 07003
When: Fridays, 6-7:30 -.m.
Cost: $10 cover plus 2 item minimum. Your two items can be apple juice or Jack Daniels–you choose.
 

February 19, 2009

February 19, 2009

Date & Time: Thursday, Feb 19, 2009 7:26am
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Thursday, February 19 
 
 
Storytime at the Bloomfield Library
Who: Children who love to be read to.
What: Weekly storytime, including, songs and a craft.
Where: Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ, 07003. (973) 566-6200.
When: Thursdays at 11:00 a.m.
Cost: Free.  No registration required.

February 18, 2009

February 18, 2009

Date & Time: Wednesday, Feb 18, 2009 8:56pm
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Wednesday, February 18
 
African Masks – Fun Family Craft
Who: Ages 6 and up
What: Make and decorate your own African mask in observance of Black History Month.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Wednesday, February 18 at 3:00 p.m.
Cost: Free. Register at (973) 744-0500 ext. 2236

February 17, 2009

February 17, 2009

Date & Time: Tuesday, Feb 17, 2009 10:58am
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Tuesday, February 17 
 
Montclair Schools Closed for President’s Weekend and Teacher Workshops.
 
Camp at the Dome
Who: Kids ages 3 – 13 who have parents scrambling for childcare.
What: Fun soccer games and activities.
Where: Soccer Domain, 14 Depot Square, Montclair, NJ 07042.
When: Tuesday, February 17.  Ages 3-6 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 pm.  Ages 7 – 13 from 11:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Cost: Ages 3 – 6 : $15 per child / Ages 7 – 13 : $20 per child.
Register here

February 16, 2009

February 16, 2009

Date & Time: Monday, Feb 16, 2009 8:53pm
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Monday, February 16 – Wednesday, February 18 
 
Montclair Schools Closed for President’s Weekend and Teacher Workshops.
 
Little Live Y’ers Vacation Camp
Who: Kids in Pre-K and Kindergarten who have parents scrambling for childcare.
What: A day filled with fun activities: swimming, gym, arts and crafts and more!
Where: The Helen and Bill Geyer YMCA Family Center, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Monday, February 16 - Wednesday, February 18.  Kids can be dropped off as early at 7:30 a.m. and picked up as late as 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Members – $42 a day / Non-members – $53 a day.  In order to reserve a space for your child, payment and a registration form must be completed for
each date attending. You must register within 3 business days prior to the program date.
Download your registration form here: http://www.montclairymca.org/familycenter/LittleLiveY.pdf

 

Monday, February 16
 
Beauty and the Beast
Who: Kids who have a thing for Belle and her Beast.
What: JCC MetroWest Musical Theater Company presents this Disney classic.
Where: JCC MetroWest – Maurice Levin Theater, 760 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ

When: February 16 at 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Cost: $22 Members/Students/Seniors and $25 General Public.  Purchase tickets here.

 

 

February 15, 2009

February 15, 2009

Date & Time: Sunday, Feb 15, 2009 5:25pm
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Sunday, February 15
 
Beauty and the Beast
Who: Kids who have a thing for Belle and her Beast.
What: JCC MetroWest Musical Theater Company presents this Disney classic.
Where: JCC MetroWest – Maurice Levin Theater, 760 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ

When: February 15 at 2:00 p.m.

Cost: $22 Members/Students/Seniors and $25 General Public.  Purchase tickets here.

February 14, 2009

February 14, 2009

Date & Time: Saturday, Feb 14, 2009 8:49pm
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Saturday, February 14
 
The Montclair YMCA’s Parent’s Night Out
Who: Children in grades K-8th.
What: Drop off your kids and enjoy a night out.
Where: The Montclair YMCA, 25 Park Street, Montclair NJ 07042
When: Saturday, February 14, 6 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Cost:  YMCA members: $25 per child /$15 each additional sibling
          Non-members: $35 per child / $15 each additional sibling
 
 Register by the Friday before by calling:  (973) 744-3400
 
 
  
Girls in Sports Day
Who: Girls ages 8 -13.
What: An introduction to girls’ sports taught by MSU college athletes. Sports introduced will be: field hockey, lacrosse, soccer and volleyball.
Where: Montclair State University – Student Recreation Center, 1 Normal Avenue, Montclair  NJ, 07043
When: Saturday, February 14 from 10:15 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Cost:  $10. Contact Beth Gottung at 973-655-6937 or e-mail at gottungb@mail.montclair.edu for more information and a registration from.
 
 
 
Beauty and the Beast
Who: Kids who have a thing for Belle and her Beast.
What: JCC MetroWest Musical Theater Company presents this Disney classic.
Where: JCC MetroWest – Maurice Levin Theater, 760 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ

When: February 14 at 7:00 p.m.

Cost: $22 Members/Students/Seniors and $25 General Public. Purchase tickets here.

 

February 12, 2009

February 12, 2009

Date & Time: Thursday, Feb 12, 2009 10:52am
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Thursday, February 12
 
 
Homeschool Day at MAM 

Who: Homeschooling families with children ages 4 – 13.
What:  A fun and educational two-hour program including a gallery tour and studio art project led by a Museum educator.
Where: Montclair Art Museum, 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042
When: Thursday, February 12 from12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
Cost: $4 per child / $12 per adult or free if members.

February 11, 2009

February 11, 2009

Date & Time: Wednesday, Feb 11, 2009 8:37pm
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Wednesday, February 11
 
Van Vleck House & Gardens Pre-K Discovery Program
Who: Children ages 3 -5.
What: Guided hands-on activities and a story.
Where: Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Wednesday, February 11 from 1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. – Cards from Nature
Cost: $7: Friends of Van Vleck / $12 all others.  Adults free.  Registration required by calling (973) 744-0837.
 
 
Thinkin’ Lincoln – Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the birth of Abraham Lincoln
Who: Children ages 5 and up.
What: Stories about our 16th president, log cabin craft and live acoustic music about the Underground Railroad.  One lucky kid will win 200 Lincoln pennies!
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Wednesday, February 11 at 4:00 p.m.
Cost: Free. Register at (973) 744-0500 ext. 2236
 
Montclair Art Museum’s Park Bench – The Moon
Who: Parents with young children.
What: A program that introduces children to the museum and provides them with an artistic social outing. Breakfast refreshments are provided.
Where: Montclair Art Museum, 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042
When: Wednesday, February 11, 9:30 a.m. -  11:30 a.m. Runs every second Wednesday of the month.
Cost: Free with Museum admission (MAM admission is free to members and children under 12; $12 nonmember adults.)
 

February 10, 2009

February 10, 2009

Date & Time: Tuesday, Feb 10, 2009 7:58am
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Tuesday, February 10

 
Open Playtime for Children
Tuesday, February 10
Who: Kids ages 18 months through 3 years and parents/child caregivers
What:
Indoor active playtime in a large space for all kids. Age appropriate
toys, arts, crafts, snack and stories at the end of play. They are
offering their space so kids and adults have a safe place to play and
make new friends.
Where: Temple Ner Tamid in Bloomfield (936 Broad Street south of Watchung)
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays starting Feb. 10, 1:30-3 p.m. is
offering an indoor active playtime in a large space(with no religion
at all). Here is what the flyer says:
Cost: $5 for one child, $10 per family
RSVP: Contact Arlene Sherman, preschool director, 973-338-1500×7 or
asherman@nertamid.org

February 9, 2009

February 9, 2009

Date & Time: Monday, Feb 09, 2009 9:18pm
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Monday, February 9
 
 
The Family YMCA Spring I Registration
Who: Children ages 6 months – 12 years.
What: Registration for Spring I session.
Where: The Helen and Bill Geyer YMCA Family Center, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Members with current family membership can register online or in person - Monday, February 9 from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. / Member who participated in the winter session, but don’t have a current family membership and New members must register in person- Tuesday, February 10 from 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Cost: Most classes are $75, with a few higher priced classes up to $135.

 

 
 
The Adult School of Montclair Spring 2009 Registration
Who: Grown-ups who want to learn something new.
What: Spring 2009 registration at the Adult School of Montclair.  Some great offerings for Montclair parents: Infant and Child CPR class, Boot Camp for the Au Pair Host Parent, What do Colleges Want? and Strengthening Mother-Daughter Communication.
Where: Classes are held at Montclair High School, 100 Chestnut Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Registration opens on Monday, February 9 at www.adultschool.org or by faxing your form to: (973) 509-9226.

Cost: The above courses range from $15 – $50.  A registration fee of $5 is payable once per semester for each student.  For additional information call (973) 746-6636 between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. or email info@adultschool.org .

 

 

February 9, 2009

Date & Time: Monday, Feb 09, 2009 7:57am
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Monday, February 9

 
The Adult School of Montclair Spring 2009 Registration
Who: Grown-ups who want to learn something new.
What: Spring 2009 registration at the Adult School of Montclair. 
Some great offerings for Montclair parents: Infant and Child CPR class,
Boot Camp for the Au Pair Host Parent, What do Colleges Want? and
Strengthening Mother-Daughter Communication.
Where: Classes are held at Montclair High School, 100 Chestnut Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042.

When: Registration opens on Monday, February 9 at www.adultschool.org or by faxing your form to: (973) 509-9226.

Cost: The above courses range from $15 – $50.  A registration fee
of $5 is payable once per semester for each student.  For additional
information call (973) 746-6636 between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. or
email info@adultschool.org .

February 7, 2009

February 7, 2009

Date & Time: Saturday, Feb 07, 2009 7:56am
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Saturday, February 7
 
Watchung Co-op’s Open House
Who: Parents thinking about preschools for next fall.
What: Watchung Co-op’s Open House for 2009-2010 enrollment.
Where: 71 Mount Hebron Road, Upper Montclair  NJ 07043, (973) 783-4535.
When: Saturday, February 7
Cost: Free
 
 
Darius the Dragon
Who: Children who love theater.
What: When Darius the medieval
dragon is unearthed from his peaceful underground cave by a bulldozer,
he is thrust into the noise and pollution of the 20th century.  Join
the fun as a medieval dragon meets the modern day.
Where: Studio Playhouse, 14 Alvin Place (off Valley Road near the A&P), Montclair, NJ, 07042. (973) 744-9752
When: February 7,8,14 and 15 at 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Cost:  $8
 
 
Chocolate Chip Chamber Music at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church
Who: Children ages two to six who love music and chocolate chip cookies.
What: A performance by the
Chocolate Chip Chamber Music, a group of professional musicians from
Brooklyn,who perform engaging and interactive mini-concerts and give
out cookies! 
Where: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 73 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042. (973) 744-6220.
When: Saturday, February 7 at 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Cost:  $5 for children. (parents get in free!)
 
 
Yemoya – Traditional Yoruba Story and Craft
Who: Children ages 6 and up.
What: Discover the Yoruba people of West Africa’s legend of a mermaid called Yemoya through story and craft.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Saturday, February 7 at 2:00 p.m.
Cost: Free.
 
 
Family Valentine Night
Who: Member Families.
What: Annual Valentines Day celebration. There will be music, dancing, games, arts, and
stories
suitable for children up to 8 years of age.  Make Valentines just in
time for Valentine’s Day.  Don’t forget to wear red and pink!
Where: The Helen and Bill Geyer YMCA Family Center, 159 Glenridge Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Saturday, February 7 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Free for members.

February 5, 2009

February 5, 2009

Date & Time: Thursday, Feb 05, 2009 1:45am
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Thursday, February 5
 
The Language Workshop for Children’s Story and Sing-Along Time
Who: Children ages 2-6 who have a thing for other languages.
What: Stories and songs in French.
Where: 596 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair NJ, 07042 (Bloomfield and Midland Avenue)
When: Thursday, February 5 at 1:45 p.m.
Cost: Free.  Call 1(800) -731-0830 to reserve your spot!
 
 
Mother Goose Storytime 
Who: Children ages 3 -5.
What: Picture books, flannel board stories, songs and puppets.
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Starting Thursday, February 5 – March 5 at 2:00 p.m.
Cost: Free. Register at (973) 744-0500 ext. 2236

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February 4, 2009

February 4, 2009

Date & Time: Wednesday, Feb 04, 2009 5:30pm
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Wednesday, February 4 
 

Rocking at the Uptown Bistro: Kids’ Dinner
Who: Civic-minded kids and parents who are hungry.
What: Repeat performance of PWR, featuring Alisa Harmon from Music
For Aardvarks and half-priced meals for kids. Uptown Bistro is donating
5 percent of the night’s proceeds to Little Kids Rock, which helps fun
music education in the Montclair public schools.
Where: Uptown, 596 Valley Road, Montclair, NJ, 07043
When: February 4 at 5:30 and 7 p.m.
Reservations: 973-744-0915

 
Babies in the Library
Who: Babies 6-13 months / Babies 14 – 23 months
What: Stories, songs, language activities and more!
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Starting Wednesday, February 4 – March 4: 6-13 months at 10:15 a.m. / 14 – 23 months at 11:15 a.m.
Cost: Free. Register at (973) 744-0500 ext. 2236

February 3, 2009

February 3, 2009

Date & Time: Tuesday, Feb 03, 2009 2:36pm
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Tuesday, February 3
 
The Language Workshop for Children’s Story and Sing-Along Time
Who: Children ages 2-6 who have a thing for other languages.
What: Stories and songs in Spanish.
Where: 596 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair NJ, 07042 (Bloomfield and Midland Avenue)
When: Tuesday, February 3 at 1:45 p.m.
Cost: Free.  Call 1(800) -731-0830 to reserve your spot!
 
 
Toddler Time Storytime
Who: 2 year olds.
What: Picture books, flannel board stories, nursery rhymes and more!
Where: Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Tuesdays at 10:15 and 11:15 a.m.
Cost: Free. Register at (973) 744-0500 ext. 2236

February 2, 2009

February 2, 2009

Date & Time: Monday, Feb 02, 2009 2:39pm
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Monday, February 2
 
Montclair Public School Elementary Open House Week
Who: Parents with children entering kindergarten in September.
What: Open House Week to tour the six elementary school:

Day hours:

  • Bradford — 9:15 & 10:15 a.m.
  • Edgemont — 9:00 & 10:00 a.m.
  • Hillside –10:00-11:00 a.m.
  • Nishuane — 9:30-10:15 & 10:30-11:15 a.m.
  • Northeast — 9:00-9:45 & 10:00-10:45 a.m.
  • Rand & Watchung — 9:30-10:15 & 10:30-11:15 a.m.

 

Evening Hours 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. : 

  • February 2 - Nishuane February 10 - Bradford
  • February 3 - Edgemont February 11 - Watchung
  • February 4 - Northeast February 12 - Hillside
  • February 5 - Rand

 

Where: You may pick up an orientation packet at the Montclair Board of Education, 22 Valley Road, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Orientation packets and video presentation DVDs will be available January 12th, 2009.
Cost: Free
 
 
Montclair Restaurant Week
Who: Anyone who loves our town’s great restaurants.
What: Montclair’s restaurants will be offering three-course, fixed-price dinners at $20 or $30.
Where: All over town.
When: Monday, February 2 – Sunday, February 8.
Cost:  $20-$30 fixed-price dinners (beverages, gratuity and tax not included).

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