July 31, 2009

July 31, 2009

Date & Time: Friday, Jul 31, 2009 10:33am
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Friday, July 31

West Orange Farmers Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great Jersey Fresh produce.
Where: Parking lot behind Town Hall, 66 Main Street, West Orange, NJ. 
When: Fridays from noon – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Little Fall Farmers Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great produce, flowers, food, baked goods, children’s toys & gift baskets, and arts & crafts artisans.
Where: 225 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ. 
When: Fridays from 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Babies Big & Small Storytime
Who: Ages 6 months – 23 months.
What: Storytime and songs.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Friday, July 31 at 11 a.m.
Cost: Free. Registration required (973) 744-0500 
 
Drop-In Game Fridays 
Who: All ages.
What: Drop-in and play fun board games with teen volunteers.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Fridays at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.
 
Movies Under the Stars: Madagascar 
Who: All ages.
What: Series of family-friendly movies shown outdoors at Branch Brook Park. Enjoy pre-screening activities such as karaoke and face painting.  
Where: Essex County Branch Brook Park, The Meadow, North of Ballantine Gateway, Newark, NJ
When: Fridays at 7 p.m. Starts with activities and show begins at sundown.
Cost: Free. No registration required.

July 30, 2009

July 30, 2009

Date & Time: Thursday, Jul 30, 2009 9:22pm
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Thursday, July 30

Make a Boo-Boo Bunny
Who: Ages 2 – 5
What: Make Your Own Thursday program at the library. Make a Boo-Boo Bunny, a reusable bunny rabbit ice pack.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Thursday, July 30 at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. Registration required (973) 744-0500.

Cookie Decorating Classes
Who: Ages 9 – 12
What: Kids will learn the basics of preparing and decorating sugar cookies. They will roll and cut their own cookies, as well as make the icing to decorate them.
Where: Le Bakers Dozen, 206 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07043.
When: Thursday, July 30 from 2 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Cost: $25. Download your registration form here.
 
“Summer Swagg” Teen Dance Party
Who: Ages 12 – 16
What: Teen dance party night. Arcade games and food can be purchased separately. Police and security will be in attendance to keep everyone safe.
Where: Unbelieva-Bills, 310-312 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07042.
When: Thursdays, throughout the summer from 8 p.m. – midnight.
Cost: Tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door.
 
Uncooking: Healthy Summer Salads
Who: Ages 8 and up
What: Learn about raw foods and make yummy foods: vegetable salad, fruit salad and banana smoothies.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Thursday, July 30 at 7 p.m.
Cost: Free. Registration required (973) 744-0500.

Clearview Cinema Kids Club

Who: Rated G and PG movie fans.
What: Free family movies played every Wednesday and Thursday morning.
Where: Local Clearview Cinemas:
Clifton Allwood Cinema 6, 96 Market Street, Clifton, NJ.
Cedar Grove Cinema 23, 101 Pompton Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ.
When: Wednesdays and Thursdays through August 20 at 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free. Seating is based on availability – First Come, First Serve!

July 29, 2009

July 29, 2009

Date & Time: Wednesday, Jul 29, 2009 3:49pm
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Wednesday, July 29

Cookie Decorating Classes
Who: Ages 5 – 8
What: Kids will learn the basics of preparing and decorating sugar cookies. They will roll and cut their own cookies, as well as make the icing to decorate them.
Where: Le Bakers Dozen, 206 Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07043.
When: Wednesday, July 29 from 2 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.
Cost: $25. Download your registration form here.
 
Clearview Cinema Kids Club

Who: Rated G and PG movie fans.
What: Free family movies played every Wednesday and Thursday morning.
Where: Local Clearview Cinemas:
Clifton Allwood Cinema 6, 96 Market Street, Clifton, NJ.
Cedar Grove Cinema 23, 101 Pompton Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ.
When: Wednesdays and Thursdays through August 20 at 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free. Seating is based on availability – First Come, First Serve!
 
AMC Summer Movie Camp
Who: Rated G and PG movie fans.
What: Kids’ movies played every Wednesday morning.
Where: Local AMC Theaters:
Clifton Commons, 405 Route 3 East, Clifton, NJ.
Essex Green 9, 495 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ.
When: Wednesdays, from June 17 – August 5 at 10 a.m.
Cost: $1. All admission proceeds will benefit Variety – The Children’s Charity and The Will Rogers Institute.
 
 

 

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, July 29 from 1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $7: Friends of Van Vleck / $12 all others.  Adults free.  Registration required by calling (973) 744-0837.
 
Newark Black Film Festival’s Youth Cinema: The Story of Ruby Bridges, The Lion’s Drum and Obara & The Merchants
Who: Kids ages 5 and up.
What: Learn about six-year-old Ruby Bridges’ difficult first months at an all-white elementary school in New Orleans./ An African hunter discovers a lion playing a magic tree stump deep in the jungle and must convince the villagers of what he has seen and heard./ In this Nigerian folktale, a powerful hunter returns home to find some unexpected dinner guests. 
Where: The Newark Museum, 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ 07102.
When: Wednesday, July 29 at 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Sing, Sign & Dance: Music With Nina Peterson
Who: Ages 3 and up.
What: Music performance that incorporates age-appropriate sign language in an entertaining visual show.
Where: The Montclair Public Library – 1st floor auditorium, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Wednesday, July 29 at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. Registration required (973) 744-0500.

July 28, 2009

July 28, 2009

Date & Time: Tuesday, Jul 28, 2009 12:04pm
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Tuesday, July 28

Super Hero Movies for Teens
Who: Teens ages 13 and up.
What: Enjoy superhero movies in the library’s auditorium. Snacks and refreshments on hand.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Tuesday, July 28 at 2 p.m.
Cost: Free. Registration required (973) 744-0500

July 26, 2009

July 26, 2009

Date & Time: Sunday, Jul 26, 2009 7:51pm
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Sunday, July 26

Festival of Ballooning
Who: All ages.
What: The 27th annual Quick Chek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning in Association with PNC Bank, the largest summertime hot air balloon and music festival in North America. Amazing balloons, inlcluding the Darth Vader shaped balloon, live entertainment, outdoor sunrise yoga, and great food.
Where: Solberg Airport, 37 Thor Solberg Road, Whitehouse Station, NJ.
When: Friday, July 24, Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26. Balloon ascensions are at 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. starting Friday evening. For a full timeline of events, check here.
Cost: General admission tickets: $17 adults / $7 children / children 3 and under are free.

July 25, 2009

July 25, 2009

Date & Time: Saturday, Jul 25, 2009 11:59am
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Saturday, July 25

Rockin The Suburbs
Who: Teens and grownups.
What: All day, outdoor music festival featuring headliner, Sugar Hill Gang.
Where: Montclair High School Ampitheater, 100 Chestnut Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042. 
When: Saturday, July 25 from 11:30 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Cost: $10 advance/$15 at door. Purchase them here.  Rockin The Suburbs is to benefit the construction of the Music Production Studio project at Montclair High School
 
AMC Sensory Friendly Films: Harry Potter and The Half-Blood Prince
Who: Autistic children and their families.
What: Family favorite films shown in a comfortable way for children with autism.
Where: Local AMC Theaters:
AMC Essex Green 9, 495 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ.
AMC Wayne 14, 67 Willowbrook Blvd, Wayne, NJ.
When: July 25 at 10 a.m.
Cost: $6
 
Festival of Ballooning
Who: All ages.
What: The 27th annual Quick Check New Jersey Festival of Ballooning in Association with PNC Bank, the largest summertime hot air balloon and music festival in North America. Amazing balloons, inlcluding the Darth Vader shaped balloon, live entertainment, outdoor sunrise yoga, and great food.
Where: Solberg Airport, 37 Thor Solberg Road, Whitehouse Station, NJ.
When: Friday, July 24, Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26. Balloon ascensions are at 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. starting Friday evening. For a full timeline of events, check here.
Cost: General admission tickets: $17 adults / $7 children / children 3 and under are free.
 
Montclair Farmers’ Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great produce, flowers, cheese, honey, baked goods and coffee.
Where: Walnut Street train station parking lot, Montclair, NJ, 07042. 
When: Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Kids in the Kitchen - New Jersey State Fair Menu
Who: Mini chefs ages 5 – 12.
What: Cooking class for kids with their parents.
Where: Brookdale Shoprite, 1409 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003.
When: Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m. – noon.
Cost: $20 per child with adult / $10 per additional child. Register here.

July 24, 2009

July 24, 2009

Date & Time: Friday, Jul 24, 2009 10:31am
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Friday, July 24

Festival of Ballooning
Who: All ages.
What: The 27th annual Quick Chek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning in Association with PNC Bank, the largest summertime hot air balloon and music festival in North America. Amazing balloons, inlcluding the Darth Vader shaped balloon, live entertainment, outdoor sunrise yoga, and great food.
Where: Solberg Airport,37 Thor Solberg Road, Whitehouse Station, NJ.
When: Friday, July 24, Saturday, July 25 and Sunday, July 26. Balloon ascensions are at 6:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. starting Friday evening. For a full timeline of events, check here.
Cost: General admission tickets: $17 adults / $7 children / children 3 and under are free.
 
West Orange Farmers Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great Jersey Fresh produce.
Where: Parking lot behind Town Hall, 66 Main Street, West Orange, NJ. 
When: Fridays from noon – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free

Sunset SENSE-ations
Who: All ages.
What: Nature exploration with guest presenters with live animals, crafts, and sensory-filled activities.
Where: Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Friday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $20 per family for Friends of Van Vleck / $25 per family all others. Pre-Registration required by calling (973) 744-0837.
 
Little Fall Farmers Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great produce, flowers, food, baked goods, children’s toys & gift baskets, and arts & crafts artisans.
Where: 225 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ. 
When: Fridays from 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Mother Goose & Toddler Too Storytime
Who: Ages 2 – 5
What: Storytime and songs.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Friday, July 24 at 11 a.m.
Cost: Free. Registration required (973) 744-0500
 
Drop-In Game Fridays 
Who: All ages.
What: Drop-in and play fun board games with teen volunteers.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Fridays at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.
 
Movies Under the Stars: Iron Man 
Who: All ages.
What: Series of family-friendly movies shown outdoors at Branch Brook Park. Enjoy pre-screening activities such as karaoke and face painting.  
Where: Essex County Branch Brook Park, The Meadow, North of Ballantine Gateway, Newark, NJ
When: Fridays at 7 p.m. Starts with activities and show begins at sundown.
Cost: Free. No registration required.

July 23, 2009

July 23, 2009

Date & Time: Thursday, Jul 23, 2009 9:20pm
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Thursday, July 23

Design Your Own Bag Craft
Who: Ages 4 – 8
What: Make Your Own Thursday program at the library. Design your own bag using colorful prints and neon pencils.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Thursday, July 23 at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. Registration required (973) 744-0500
 
Siobhan Vivian: Teen Fiction Author Visit
Who: Teens.
What: Teen fiction writer, Siobhan Vivian talks about her latest book, Same Difference.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Thursday, July 23 at 6 p.m.
Cost: Free. Registration required (973) 744-0500.

Clearview Cinema Kids Club
Who: Rated G and PG movie fans.
What: Free family movies played every Wednesday and Thursday morning.
Where: Local Clearview Cinemas:
Clifton Allwood Cinema 6, 96 Market Street, Clifton, NJ.
Cedar Grove Cinema 23, 101 Pompton Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ.
When: Wednesdays and Thursdays through August 20 at 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free. Seating is based on availability – First Come, First Serve!

July 22, 2009

July 22, 2009

Date & Time: Wednesday, Jul 22, 2009 7:02am
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Wednesday, July 22

Teddy Bear Clinic: Lions, Tigers and Bears, Oh My!
Who: Children ages 4 – 8 who have Teddy Bears in need of some TLC.
What: Bring your favorite Teddy to this clinic and learn about hospitals and medical equipment. Upon arrival, each teddy bear will be registered, receive an identification band and visit a series of medical play stations including weight, height, immunization, blood pressure and much more.
Where: St. Barnabas Medical Center’s Corporate Office, 95 Old Short Hills Road, West Orange, NJ.
When: Wednesday, July 22 from 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Cost:  Free. Registration is required, please call 973-322-4305 or email .
 
Fancy Nancy Soiree Party 
Who: Girls who love the series and everything fancy. 
What: Fancy tea party in Fancy Nancy style. Wear your fanciest clothes!
Where: Barnes & Noble, 395 Rt. 3 east, Clifton, NJ. 
When: Wednesday, July 22 at noon.
Cost: Free

Clearview Cinema Kids Club
Who: Rated G and PG movie fans.
What: Free family movies played every Wednesday and Thursday morning.
Where: Local Clearview Cinemas:
Clifton Allwood Cinema 6, 96 Market Street, Clifton, NJ.
Cedar Grove Cinema 23, 101 Pompton Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ.
When: Wednesdays and Thursdays through August 20 at 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free. Seating is based on availability – First Come, First Serve!
 
Newark Black Film Festival’s Youth Cinema: Cliques, Phonies and Other Baloney and Garrett’s Gift: The Story of Garrett Morgan
Who: Kids ages 4 – 12.
What: This animated program offers helpful suggestions on how children can dare to be different, keep an open mind about others and remain true to themselves. Garrett’s Gift, narrated by Queen Latifah, tells the story of African-American inventor Garrett Morgan and his struggle to discover his talent. Years later, Garrett achieves his dreams as he introduces the world to his many wonderful inventions, including the traffic signal.  
Where: The Newark Museum, 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ 07102.
When: Wednesday, July 22 at 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Fly Like a Butterfly: Montclair Art Museum Workshop
Who: Ages 2 – 5
What: Wednesday Workshop program at the library. Create your own wearable butterfly wings.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Wednesday, July 22 at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.
 
Family Night
Who: all ages.
What: Have a family night out. Reduced admission, dinner specials and live music by “Dusty & Lucky”. All of the animals will be out to greet you.
Where: Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, New Jersey, 07052.
When: Wednesday, July 22 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Cost: Reduced admission

July 21, 2009

July 21, 2009

Date & Time: Tuesday, Jul 21, 2009 10:42am
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Tuesday, July 21

Night Moves
Who: Nocturnal kids and their parents. 
What:  See the zoo in a different light. Learn what animals do at night – don’t forget your flashlight!
Where: Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, New Jersey, 07052.
When: Tuesday, July 21 starting at 8:00 p.m. Tours last an hour and are sent out in 10 minute intervals.
Cost: Zoo admission plus $5 for adults and $4 for children.  Zoo members: free.
You must Pre-register by calling (973) 731-5800 x223
 
Potions: Sciencetelling
Who: Kids ages 3 and up.
What: Learn about the three states of matter in this exciting science show.
Where: The Montclair Public Library – 1st Floor auditorium, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Tuesday, July 21 at 12 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.

July 19, 2009

July 19, 2009

Date & Time: Sunday, Jul 19, 2009 12:57pm
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Sunday, July 19

Official Launch of Woolly Boo™ Products
Who: Parents of babies and toddlers.
What: Launch party of Woolly Boo™, handmade sleeping bags for babies and toddlers made from the same material as comfortors. See products and enjoy food, cold drinks, and lots of fun games.
Where: 208 North Mountain Avenue, Montclair, NJ 07042.
When: Sunday, July 19 at 4 p.m.
Cost: Free. Please email RSVP to Selma or call (917) 975-9034.

July 18, 2009

July 18, 2009

Date & Time: Saturday, Jul 18, 2009 11:47am
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Saturday, July 18

Montclair Farmers’ Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great produce, flowers, cheese, honey, baked goods and coffee.
Where: Walnut Street train station parking lot, Montclair, NJ, 07042. 
When: Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Who’s Got the Face? Book Signing
Who: Little kids who love books.
What: Local author Doug Snelson will read from his book, Who’s Got the Face? and sign your copies.
Where: The Fine Grind Coffee Bar, 101 Newark-Pompton Turnpike, Little Falls, NJ. 
When: Saturday, July 18 from 10 a.m.- noon.
Cost: Free
 
Segunda Quimbamba: The Music and Dance of Puerto Rico
Who: Ages 4 and up.
What: Bomba y Plena group performs an outdoor summer concert.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Saturday, July 18 at 2 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.

July 17, 2009

July 17, 2009

Date & Time: Friday, Jul 17, 2009 11:30am
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Friday, July 17

Parents Survival Night 
Who: Members of The Little Gym
What: Drop off your kids and enjoy a night out. They get open gym, pizza and art!
Where: The Little Gym, 1 Greenwood Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042
When: Friday, July 17, 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
 
Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street 
Who: Ages 14 and up.
What: Performance from the collaboration of NJPAC and the NJ Youth Theatre of the retelling of the musical thriller, Sweeney Todd.
Where: NJPAC, One Center Street, Newark, NJ.
When: Friday, July 17 – Sunday, July 26.
Cost:  $25 – $35 per seat.  Purchase here.
 
West Orange Farmers Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great Jersey Fresh produce.
Where: Parking lot behind Town Hall, 66 Main Street, West Orange, NJ. 
When: Fridays from noon – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Little Fall Farmers Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great produce, flowers, food, baked goods, children’s toys & gift baskets, and arts & crafts artisans.
Where: 225 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ. 
When: Fridays from 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Drop-In Game Fridays 
Who: All ages.
What: Drop-in and play fun board games with teen volunteers.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Fridays at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.
 
Movies Under the Stars: The Goonies 
Who: All ages.
What: Series of family-friendly movies shown outdoors at Branch Brook Park. Enjoy pre-screening activities such as karaoke and face painting.  
Where: Essex County Branch Brook Park, The Meadow, North of Ballantine Gateway, Newark, NJ
When: Fridays at 7 p.m. Starts with activities and show begins at sundown.
Cost: Free. No registration required.

July 16, 2009

July 16, 2009

Date & Time: Thursday, Jul 16, 2009 1:11pm
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Thursday, July 16

Trout Fishing in America at Madison Square Park
Who: Parents with young children
What: Madison Square Kids is a free summer entertainment series for children on the Oval Lawn in historic Madison Square Park. See Trout Fishing in America perform.
Where: Madison Square Park’s Oval Lawn, Madison Avenue and 25th Street, NY, NY.
When: Thursday, July 16 at 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free.
 
Abstract Art: Story & Craft
Who: Ages 2 – 5
What: Make Your Own Thursday program at the library. Listen to the book Art and then create your own abstract masterpiece.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Thursday, July 16 at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.
 
Before The New World Workshop
Who: Ages 8 and up.
What: Explore the Americas before they were known as the Americas through stories, artifacts and video clips. Then make your own Quipo, an “old world” calculator using wool strands.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Thursday, July 16 at 7 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.

July 15, 2009

July 15, 2009

Date & Time: Wednesday, Jul 15, 2009 10:04am
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Wednesday, July 15

Passaic County Fair
Who: Anyone who loves rides, funnel cakes and games.
What:  A traditional fair with entertainment, rides, games and more.
Where: Passaic County Fair, Garret Mountain Reservation, West Paterson, NJ.
When: Wednesday, July 15 - Sunday, July 19.
Cost: $4 for parking which includes free shuttle service and admission.

Open Registration for New Nursery Program at the Montclair Pre-K
Who: Children age 2 1/2 by September 1, 2009 to three-years-old.
What: A
new nursery program, the Planned Enrichment Program (PEP), which will meet Mondays, Tuesdays and
Wednesdays from 9 – 11:30 a.m
Where: The Montclair Community Pre-K, 49 Orange Road, Montclair, NJ 07042
When: Starts in September 2009.

Cost: For
further information, contact Gloria Trabucco at 973-509-4500 x 22 or mtcprek@verizon.net.

 
Homeschool Day at MAM – Watercolor Landscapes
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: Wednesday, July 15 from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 
Cost: $4 per child / $12 per adult or free if members.
 
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, July 15 from 1:15 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Cost: $7: Friends of Van Vleck / $12 all others.  Adults free.  Registration required by calling (973) 744-0837.
 
Newark Black Film Festival’s Youth Cinema: I Lost My Tooth in Africa and An Apple For Harriet Tubman
Who: Kids ages 4 – 12.
What: Story of a young girl who loses a tooth while visiting her father’s family in Africa.  In the African tradition, the girl places the tooth under a gourd and, in return, gets two chickens from the Tooth Fairy. Emmy Award-winning PBS children’s series, Reading Rainbow. In An Apple For Harriet Tubman, children will learn about the life of Harriet Tubman, including the significance of apples for this remarkable American.   
Where: The Newark Museum, 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ 07102.
When: Wednesday, July 15 at 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Easy Origami 
Who: Ages 5 and up.
What: Wednesday Workshop program at the library. Learn the art of Origami by artist, Nobuko Obake.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Wednesday, July 15 at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.
 
Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Baby
Who: Pregnant moms and their spouses.
What: Melissa Boozikee, AAHCC, certified American Academy of Husband Coached-Childbirth Instructor, discusses the importance of nutrition, exercise, and good prenatal care.
Where: Whole Foods, 235 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ.
When: Wednesday, July 15 from 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Cost: Free. Registration is required. Please sign up at customer service or call (973) 669-3196 to reserve a spot. All participants will receive a gift bag.
 
Family Night
Who: all ages.
What: Have a family night out. Reduced admission, dinner specials and live music by “The 4th Wall”. All of the animals will be out to greet you.
Where: Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, New Jersey, 07052.
When: Wednesday, July 15 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Cost: Reduced admission

July 12, 2009

July 12, 2009

Date & Time: Sunday, Jul 12, 2009 10:32am
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Sunday, July 12

Central Park’s SummerStage Family Day
Who: Kids who love music and their parents.
What: SummerStage concert featuring DJ Lance and the Yo Gabba Gabba crew, The Jump Arounds from Nick Jr. and a performance of Peter Pan from the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre.
Where: Rumsey Play, Central Park ( enter park at Fifth Avenue and 69th Street.), NYC.
When: Sunday, July 12 at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Rebecca Frezza and Big Truck
Who: Kids who love fun music and their parents.
What: Family concert by Montclair’s own Rebecca Frezza and her band Big Truck.
Where: Van Vleck House & Gardens, 21 Van Vleck Street, Montclair  NJ, 07042
When: Sunday, July 12 at 6 p.m. (Rain Date: Sunday, July 26)
Cost: $10

July 11, 2009

July 11, 2009

Date & Time: Saturday, Jul 11, 2009 11:46am
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Saturday, July 11

Kids in the Kitchen – National Cowboy and Cowgirl Day Menu
Who: Mini chefs ages 5 – 12.
What: Cooking class for kids with their parents.
Where: Brookdale Shoprite, 1409 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003.
When: Saturday, July 11 from 10 a.m. – noon.
Cost: $20 per child with adult / $10 per additional child. Register here.
 
Montclair Farmers’ Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great produce, flowers, cheese, honey, baked goods and coffee.
Where: Walnut Street train station parking lot, Montclair, NJ, 07042. 
When: Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
AMC Sensory Friendly Films
Who: Autistic children and their families.
What: Family favorite films shown in a comfortable way for children with autism.
Where: Local AMC Theaters:
Essex Green 9, 495 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ.
Wayne 14, 67 Willowbrook Blvd, Wayne, NJ.
When: July 11 at 10 a.m.
Cost: $4 – $6 depending on location.

July 10, 2009

July 10, 2009

Date & Time: Friday, Jul 10, 2009 11:38am
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Friday, July 10

Little Fall Farmers Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great produce, flowers, food, baked goods, children’s toys & gift baskets, and arts & crafts artisans.
Where: 225 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ. 
When: Fridays from 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
West Orange Farmers Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great Jersey Fresh produce.
Where: Parking lot behind Town Hall, 66 Main Street, West Orange, NJ. 
When: Fridays from noon – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
So You Think You Can Dance?: Hip Hop Jam
Who: Hip Hop fans ages 8 and up.
What: Learn hip hop moves from dance instructors from The African Dance Theater & Education Center of Irvington.
Where: The Montclair Public Library – 1st Floor auditorium, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Friday, July 10 at 2 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.
 
Babies Big & Small Storytime
Who: Ages 6 months – 23 months.
What: Storytime and songs.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Friday, July 10 at 11 a.m.
Cost: Free.
 
Drop-In Game Fridays 
Who: All ages.
What: Drop-in and play fun board games with teen volunteers.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Fridays at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.

July 9, 2009

July 9, 2009

Date & Time: Thursday, Jul 09, 2009 9:13pm
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Thursday, July 9

Make a Snake-Charmer’s Oboe Craft
Who: Ages 5 – 9
What: Make Your Own Thursday program at the library. Make a musical instrument this week.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Thursday, July 9 at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.
 
Book Discussion: Meet The Authors of The REAL Real
Who: Teens.
What: Meet the bestselling authors of The Nanny Diaries, Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus, who introduce a new heroine to root for: Jesse O’Rourke, coffee barista, high school senior, and unwitting reality TV star in their new book, The REAL Real.
Where: Caldwell Public Library, 268 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell NJ 07006.
When: Thursday, July 9 at 6:30 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.

July 8, 2009

July 8, 2009

Date & Time: Wednesday, Jul 08, 2009 12:55pm
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Wednesday, July 8 

Montclair Art Museum’s Park Bench - Animals

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.  Storytelling is now available in both English and Spanish.
Where: Montclair Art Museum, 3 South Mountain Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042
When: Wednesday, July 8, 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.)
 
Newark Black Film Festival’s Youth Cinema: Chato and the Party Animals & Incredible Voyage of Bill Pinkney
Who: Kids ages 4 – 12.
What: In this short ,Chato’s friend, Novio Boy, has never had a birthday party, and doesn’t know when his birthday is. This documentary, narrated by Bill Cosby, tells the story of the first African-American to sail around the world, and Bill Pinkney’s high seas adventures from Boston to Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, Brazil, South Africa, Tasmania and Uruguay.
Where: The Newark Museum, 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ 07102.
When: Wednesday, July 8 at 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Hats Off to You: Montclair Art Museum Workshop
Who: Ages 5 – 10
What: Wednesday Workshop program at the library. Make a hat this week.
Where: The Montclair Public Library, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Wednesday, July at 3 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.
 
Cooking in the Kitchen With Wholesome Kids: Snack Attack
Who: Little chefs.
What: Kids will get a fun, hands-on cooking class, making smoothies, trail mix and banana pops.
Where: Whole Foods Market, 235 Prospect Avenue, West Orange, NJ.
When: Wednesday, July 8 at 4 p.m.
Cost: $10 – Registration is required. Please sign-up at customer service or call 973.669.3196. You will be required to show your paid receipt prior to class.
 
Family Night
Who: All ages.
What: Have a family night out at the zoo. Reduced admission, dinner specials and live music featuring “Artie D”. All the animals will be out to greet you.
Where: Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, New Jersey, 07052.
When: Wednesday, July 8 from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Cost: Reduced admission
 
All American Family Night
Who: All ages.
What: Family event with music, balloon art, costume contest, pie eating contest and more.
Where: Valley Road and Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07043.
When: Wednesday, July 8 from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Cost: Free
 

 

July 7, 2009

July 7, 2009

Date & Time: Tuesday, Jul 07, 2009 8:44am
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Tuesday, July 7

Be Creative @ The Bloomfield Public Library
Who: Bloomfield kids in preschool to 6th grade.
What: Summer reading program to encourage reading for fun and to help kids maintain and improve their reading skills. There will be arts & craft events, movie times and parent/child readign sessions too.
Where: The Bloomfield Public Library, 90 Broad Street, Bloomfield NJ. 
When: Kickoff event begins Tuesday, June 7 and registration starts on Wednesday, July 8.
Cost: Free. Call (973) 566-6200 to register.
 
Your Kids’ Screen Time
Who: Adults of children in K – 8th grade.
What: A panal discussion on how parents of K-8th graders can best negotiate media use.
Where: Montclair Cooperative School, 65 Chestnut Street, Montclair, NJ 07042.
When: Tuesday, July 7 from 7:30 – 9 p.m.
Cost: Free. Get more information here. To register email Catherine Sweeney.
 
Yosi Music Concert
Who: Music fans ages 3 and up.
What: Enjoy a concert by Yosi, a children’s singer/songwriter.
Where: The Montclair Public Library – 1st Floor auditorium, 50 South Fullerton Avenue, Montclair NJ 07042.
When: Tuesday, July 7 at 12 p.m.
Cost: Free. No registration required.

July 5, 2009

July 5, 2009

Date & Time: Sunday, Jul 05, 2009 9:08am
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Sunday, July 5

We Are Unwritten: A Support Group For Teens With OCD
Who: Teens with OCD.
What: Monthly suport group for teens diagnosed with OCD.
Where: Women’s Club of Glen Ridge, 219 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ.
When: First Sunday of every month from 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Cost: Free. For more information contact Julie at (973) 508-8719 or email.
 
Red, White, and Blue Zoo Day
Who: all ages.
What: Celebrate the 4th of July weekend at the zoo. Learn about native American animals. Live music. Treasure hunt and more.
Where: Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, New Jersey, 07052.
When: Sunday, July 5 from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Cost: $5 children / $9 adults / Children under 2 free / $5 seniors

July 4, 2009

July 4, 2009

Date & Time: Saturday, Jul 04, 2009 10:37am
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Saturday, July 4
 
Montclair’s 59th Annual 4th of July Parade, Picnic & Fireworks
Who: All ages.
What: Annual town parade and picnic to celebrate Independence Day. Enjoy food from local vendors, live music, face painting, bouncy house, train rides and more!
Where: The parade begins at Bloomfield Avenue and South Fullerton and proceeds to Midland Avenue, north to Watchung Avenue, west to Valley Road and South to Edgemont Park. The picnic will be at Edgemont park. View the Fireworks at Mountainside Park. Entertainment at 7 p.m. fireworks at 9 pm.
When: Saturday, July 4. Parade begins at 11 a.m. (rain or shine) The picnic starts immediately after the parade. (no rain date)
Cost: Free
 
Kids Workshop: Picnic Caddy
Who: Young carpenters ages 5 – 12.
What: The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates’ aprons, and an achievement pin.
Where: Your local Home Depot: 60 Orange Street, Bloomfield, NJ / 955 Bloomfield Avenue, Clifton, NJ. 1 (800) 553-3199.
When: Saturday, July 4 from 9 a.m. – noon.
Cost: Free.
 
Montclair Farmers’ Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great produce, flowers, cheese, honey, baked goods and coffee.
Where: Walnut Street train station parking lot, Montclair, NJ, 07042. 
When: Saturdays from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
Little Falls 4th of July Fair
Who: All ages.
What: Fun family street fair with face painting, bouncy house, pony rides, juggling, food and more.
Where: Main Street and Stevens Avenue, Little Falls, NJ. 
When: Saturday, July 4 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
 

July 3, 2009

July 3, 2009

Date & Time: Friday, Jul 03, 2009 11:37am
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Friday, July 3
 
Little Fall Farmers Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great produce, flowers, food, baked goods, children’s toys & gift baskets, and arts & crafts artisans.
Where: 225 Main Street, Little Falls, NJ. 
When: Fridays from 8:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
 
West Orange Farmers Market
Who: All ages.
What: Weekly Farmers Market with great Jersey Fresh produce.
Where: Parking lot behind Town Hall, 66 Main Street, West Orange, NJ. 
When: Fridays from noon – 6 p.m.
Cost: Free

July 2, 2009

July 2, 2009

Date & Time: Thursday, Jul 02, 2009 11:05am
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Thursday, July 2

Clearview Cinema Kids Club
Who: Rated G and PG movie fans.
What: Free family movies played every Thursday morning.
Where: Local Clearview Cinemas:
Clifton Allwood Cinema 6, 96 Market Street, Clifton, NJ.
Cedar Grove Cinema 23, 101 Pompton Avenue, Cedar Grove, NJ.
When: Thursdays, from July 2 - August 20 at 10:30 a.m.
Cost: Free. Seating is based on availability – First Come, First Serve!
 
All American Family Night
Who: All ages.
What: Family event with umusic, balloon art, costume contest, pie eating contest and more.
Where: Valley Road and Bellevue Avenue, Montclair, NJ, 07043.
When: Thursday, July 2 from 4 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Cost: Free

July 1, 2009

July 1, 2009

Date & Time: Wednesday, Jul 01, 2009 7:52am
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Wednesday, July 1

Newark Black Film Festival’s Youth Cinema: Global Wonders
Who: Kids ages 4 – 12.
What: Children will learn about African-American culture in this interactive adventure, featuring a mix of animation, live-action footage and original songs.  Discover the art of Horace Pippin, music of Louis Armstrong, achievements of Jackie Robinson and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and more.
Where: The Newark Museum, 49 Washington Street, Newark, NJ 07102.
When: Wednesday, July 1 at 1 p.m.
Cost: Free
 

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