Tuesday, January 25 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Tuesday, January 25 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

This drop-in play group encourages socialization among children up to 4 years old. The library will provide age appropriate toys and books to play with while here. Caregivers are required to stay with their children while participating in the group. No registration is required. Open to everyone. All adults must wear a mask.

Tuesday, January 25 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Ridgewood Avenue School

Wednesday, January 26 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Wednesday, January 26 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Wednesday, January 26 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Wednesday, January 26 from 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm

Glen Ridge Public Library

It’s time to explore the world! Your 3-5 year old is ready to Branch Out and participate in this “on my own” Storytime class. Science, art, math, and stories come together to encourage language and literacy skills, sharing and making friends, and learning many vital school readiness skills. This is an inside, in-person event. All children and adults must be masked. Registration is required and is limited to accommodate social distancing. Only one adult may accompany a child. Thank you for your cooperation.

Wednesday, January 26 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, When Prayers Aren’t Answered and Awakening From Grief) for a  series of evening meditation classes in the comfort of your own home via Zoom. Registration Click Here

Thursday, January 27 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Thursday, January 27 from 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

Your little one is growing up fast. Building on the foundation set in Little Seeds, your toddler will engage in weekly activities that encourage language development, body awareness, sharing and social interactions, and following directions. For children aged 2, with a caregiver. Glen Ridge residents only. This is an inside, in-person event. All adults must be masked. Registration is required and is limited to accommodate social distancing. Only one adult may accompany a child. Thank you for your cooperation.

Thursday, January 27 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong LearningLocation: Van Vleck House & GardensTime: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PMThis class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning.Registration linkJanuary 27th =Maple SugaringFebruary 3 – House Plant Propagation February 10 – Winter Interest Walk February 17 – Leaf Study February 24 – Tree ID – Conifers March 3 – Seed Starting    

Thursday, January 27 from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm

Glen Ridge Public Library

These are challenging times. Let's start a dialogue - a place to come together to discuss books with the themes of race, ethnicity and social inequity. We hope to foster a community where we can engage in thoughtful conversation, and deepen our understanding... expanding ourselves as we expand our shelves. Whether you finish the book or not, you are welcome to join us. This month's selection: On Juneteenth by Annette Gordon-Reed. Copies of the book are available on BCCLS.Register in advance for this meeting:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUsd-2prDgvGdUoTybBU4zZtVqA-F2ztHHP After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Friday, January 28 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Friday, January 28 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Friday, January 28 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Dress Up for Your Dream Job

Monday, January 31 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Monday, January 31 from 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

We help you plant the seeds for lifelong learning. Designed for children aged 6 – 23 months, the Little Seeds storytime class consists of books, music, fingerplays, rhymes, and movement. Children and caregivers participate in a curriculum that encourages vocabulary, social skills and confidence in movement. Storytimes are for Glen Ridge residents only. This is an inside, in-person event. All adults must be masked. Registration is required and is limited to accommodate social distancing. Only one adult may accompany a child. Thank you for your cooperation.

Monday, January 31 from 9:30 am to 10:45 am

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Begin your week with mindful vinyasa yoga led by our experienced instructor via Zoom. We flow between postures at a slow to moderate pace, focusing on building strength in body and mind. This class welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis.  January 10th January 24th January 31st February 7th February 14th February 28th (no class January 17th or February 21st) Registration for Virtual Yoga is required by the Friday prior to each class. Register Here This class will be virtual for the month of January. We will reassess the safety of later adding back in the in-person option to return to the hybrid class offered previously. Please check back here for February class updates. Thank you.

Tuesday, February 1 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Tuesday, February 1 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Tuesday, February 1 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Tuesday, February 1 from 8:00 am to 9:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Schools

Tuesday, February 1 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

This drop-in play group encourages socialization among children up to 4 years old. The library will provide age appropriate toys and books to play with while here. Caregivers are required to stay with their children while participating in the group. No registration is required. Open to everyone. All adults must wear a mask.

Tuesday, February 1 from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm

Ridgewood Avenue School

Wednesday, February 2 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Wednesday, February 2 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Wednesday, February 2 from 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm

Glen Ridge Public Library

It’s time to explore the world! Your 3-5 year old is ready to Branch Out and participate in this “on my own” Storytime class. Science, art, math, and stories come together to encourage language and literacy skills, sharing and making friends, and learning many vital school readiness skills. This is an inside, in-person event. All children and adults must be masked. Registration is required and is limited to accommodate social distancing. Only one adult may accompany a child. Thank you for your cooperation.

Wednesday, February 2 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Ridgewood Avenue School

Wednesday, February 2 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Forest Avenue School

Thursday, February 3 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Thursday, February 3 from 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

Your little one is growing up fast. Building on the foundation set in Little Seeds, your toddler will engage in weekly activities that encourage language development, body awareness, sharing and social interactions, and following directions. For children aged 2, with a caregiver. Glen Ridge residents only. This is an inside, in-person event. All adults must be masked. Registration is required and is limited to accommodate social distancing. Only one adult may accompany a child. Thank you for your cooperation.

Thursday, February 3 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong LearningLocation: Van Vleck House & GardensTime: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PMThis class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning.Registration linkJanuary 27th =Maple SugaringFebruary 3 – House Plant Propagation February 10 – Winter Interest Walk February 17 – Leaf Study February 24 – Tree ID – Conifers March 3 – Seed Starting    

Friday, February 4 All Day

Linden Avenue School

Friday, February 4 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Friday, February 4 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Friday, February 4 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Friday, February 4 at 8:45 am

Ridgewood Avenue School

Monday, February 7 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Monday, February 7 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Monday, February 7 through February 11

Ridgewood Avenue School

Monday, February 7 from 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

We help you plant the seeds for lifelong learning. Designed for children aged 6 – 23 months, the Little Seeds storytime class consists of books, music, fingerplays, rhymes, and movement. Children and caregivers participate in a curriculum that encourages vocabulary, social skills and confidence in movement. Storytimes are for Glen Ridge residents only. This is an inside, in-person event. All adults must be masked. Registration is required and is limited to accommodate social distancing. Only one adult may accompany a child. Thank you for your cooperation.

Monday, February 7 from 9:30 am to 10:45 am

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Begin your week with mindful vinyasa yoga led by our experienced instructor via Zoom. We flow between postures at a slow to moderate pace, focusing on building strength in body and mind. This class welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis.  January 10th January 24th January 31st February 7th February 14th February 28th (no class January 17th or February 21st) Registration for Virtual Yoga is required by the Friday prior to each class. Register Here This class will be virtual for the month of January. We will reassess the safety of later adding back in the in-person option to return to the hybrid class offered previously. Please check back here for February class updates. Thank you.

Tuesday, February 8 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Tuesday, February 8 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

This drop-in play group encourages socialization among children up to 4 years old. The library will provide age appropriate toys and books to play with while here. Caregivers are required to stay with their children while participating in the group. No registration is required. Open to everyone. All adults must wear a mask.

Tuesday, February 8 at 7:00 pm

Ridgewood Avenue School

Wednesday, February 9 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Wednesday, February 9 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Wednesday, February 9 from 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm

Glen Ridge Public Library

It’s time to explore the world! Your 3-5 year old is ready to Branch Out and participate in this “on my own” Storytime class. Science, art, math, and stories come together to encourage language and literacy skills, sharing and making friends, and learning many vital school readiness skills. This is an inside, in-person event. All children and adults must be masked. Registration is required and is limited to accommodate social distancing. Only one adult may accompany a child. Thank you for your cooperation.

Wednesday, February 9 from 3:10 pm to 3:45 pm

Ridgewood Avenue School

Wednesday, February 9 from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm

Ridgewood Avenue School

Thursday, February 10 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Thursday, February 10 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Thursday, February 10 from 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

Your little one is growing up fast. Building on the foundation set in Little Seeds, your toddler will engage in weekly activities that encourage language development, body awareness, sharing and social interactions, and following directions. For children aged 2, with a caregiver. Glen Ridge residents only. This is an inside, in-person event. All adults must be masked. Registration is required and is limited to accommodate social distancing. Only one adult may accompany a child. Thank you for your cooperation.

Thursday, February 10 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong LearningLocation: Van Vleck House & GardensTime: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PMThis class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning.Registration linkJanuary 27th =Maple SugaringFebruary 3 – House Plant Propagation February 10 – Winter Interest Walk February 17 – Leaf Study February 24 – Tree ID – Conifers March 3 – Seed Starting    

Friday, February 11 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Friday, February 11 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Friday, February 11 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Friday, February 11 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Sunday, February 13 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Flute recital. Michael Alampi Sunday, February 13th, 2pm -3pm Michael Alampi is a multifaceted musician, having studied in London at the Royal Academy of Music, where he was a winner of the Yamaha Young Performing Artists Competition and recipient of Jo Weinburg Award.  He also studied at Mannes School of Music and Manhattan School of Music.  He has appeared in concerts and recitals at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center and others. There will be a limited amount of seats available for this performance and only to registered guests. Please reserve a seat (link coming soon). Proof of Covid-19 vaccination and a photo ID must be presented at check in for admittance. The concert is free. Suggested donation: $10

Monday, February 14 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Monday, February 14 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Monday, February 14 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Dream about gorgeous perennials, shrubs and trees for Spring now! Our online sale is back beginning on February 14th at 9am at this LINK.   We will have many items exclusive to this curated sale – not available at our annual in-person Spring sale.  

Monday, February 14 from 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

We help you plant the seeds for lifelong learning. Designed for children aged 6 – 23 months, the Little Seeds storytime class consists of books, music, fingerplays, rhymes, and movement. Children and caregivers participate in a curriculum that encourages vocabulary, social skills and confidence in movement. Storytimes are for Glen Ridge residents only. This is an inside, in-person event. All adults must be masked. Registration is required and is limited to accommodate social distancing. Only one adult may accompany a child. Thank you for your cooperation.

Monday, February 14 from 9:30 am to 10:45 am

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Begin your week with mindful vinyasa yoga led by our experienced instructor via Zoom. We flow between postures at a slow to moderate pace, focusing on building strength in body and mind. This class welcomes all levels from beginner to experienced yogis.  January 10th January 24th January 31st February 7th February 14th February 28th (no class January 17th or February 21st) Registration for Virtual Yoga is required by the Friday prior to each class. Register Here This class will be virtual for the month of January. We will reassess the safety of later adding back in the in-person option to return to the hybrid class offered previously. Please check back here for February class updates. Thank you.

Tuesday, February 15 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Tuesday, February 15 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

This drop-in play group encourages socialization among children up to 4 years old. The library will provide age appropriate toys and books to play with while here. Caregivers are required to stay with their children while participating in the group. No registration is required. Open to everyone. All adults must wear a mask.

Tuesday, February 15 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Van Vleck House & Gardens

TUESDAYS, 5 WEEKSFEBRUARY 15, 2022 TO MARCH 15, 202210:00 AM – 11:30 AMThe course will focus on art forms and patterns found in the natural world, usingthe Van Vleck Gardens for study and inspiration. Topics explored will be the beauty, design, and function of various patterns such as branching, the spiral/Fibonacci, star/radial, symmetry and geometry in nature. Various art projects will be created inspired by this scrutiny, including drawing/painting, printmaking, cyanotypes,sculpture, etc.The class will be led by teaching artist and designer Karen Fuchs, who has a background in textile design and interior architecture. Register here

Tuesday, February 15 from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Ridgewood Avenue School

Wednesday, February 16 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Wednesday, February 16 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Wednesday, February 16 from 1:00 pm to 1:45 pm

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Discover the wonders of the outdoor world with your little one. This program begins in the gardens of Van Vleck with a story then continues with a walk and concludes with a simple craft or activity. All programs focus on the theme listed, and a parent or caregiver is required to accompany each child. Programs will be held outdoors, weather permitting. Registration required by February 14th. Click Here

Wednesday, February 16 from 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm

Glen Ridge Public Library

It’s time to explore the world! Your 3-5 year old is ready to Branch Out and participate in this “on my own” Storytime class. Science, art, math, and stories come together to encourage language and literacy skills, sharing and making friends, and learning many vital school readiness skills. This is an inside, in-person event. All children and adults must be masked. Registration is required and is limited to accommodate social distancing. Only one adult may accompany a child. Thank you for your cooperation.

Wednesday, February 16 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Join contemporary spiritual teacher and author Ramananda John E. Welshons (One Soul, One Love, One Heart, When Prayers Aren’t Answered and Awakening From Grief) for a  series of evening meditation classes in the comfort of your own home via Zoom. Registration Click Here

Thursday, February 17 All Day

Linden Avenue School

Thursday, February 17 All Day

Glen Ridge Public Schools

Thursday, February 17 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Thursday, February 17 All Day

Ridgewood Avenue School

Thursday, February 17 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Thursday, February 17 from 9:30 am to 10:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

Your little one is growing up fast. Building on the foundation set in Little Seeds, your toddler will engage in weekly activities that encourage language development, body awareness, sharing and social interactions, and following directions. For children aged 2, with a caregiver. Glen Ridge residents only. This is an inside, in-person event. All adults must be masked. Registration is required and is limited to accommodate social distancing. Only one adult may accompany a child. Thank you for your cooperation.

Thursday, February 17 from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong LearningLocation: Van Vleck House & GardensTime: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PMThis class is a Partner Program with the Montclair Institute for Lifelong Learning.Registration linkJanuary 27th =Maple SugaringFebruary 3 – House Plant Propagation February 10 – Winter Interest Walk February 17 – Leaf Study February 24 – Tree ID – Conifers March 3 – Seed Starting    

Friday, February 18 through February 22

Linden Avenue School

Friday, February 18 through February 22

Glen Ridge Public Schools

Friday, February 18 through February 22

Ridgewood Avenue School

Friday, February 18 through February 22

Forest Avenue School

Saturday, February 19 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Celebrate the season with your family by joining us as we learn all about birds in the winter in New Jersey. What do they do to adapt to the cold winter months? What is the best way to help them in winter? We will also be learning about the Great Backyard Bird Count and how to participate. Ages 4 -11 but all are welcome. Registration is required by February 18th. FREE for Members. Click Here to Register$15 per family for Non-Members. Click Here to Register This program is sponsored by Montclair State University & The Albert Payson Terhune Foundation.

Sunday, February 20 from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Van Vleck House & Gardens

Given the rise of the Omicron Covid-19 variant, we are rescheduling this series for sometime in the spring. Montclair resident Tina Bennett will host a series of seminars on aspects of human society and culture. Tina is a literary agent who specializes in narrative nonfiction, idea books, politics, history, current affairs, memoir, and academic crossover titles. The events will be held monthly on Sundays at 2:00 – 3:00pm January 23, 2022 Feb 20, 2022 March 20, 2022 April 9 or 10, 2022 (confirming this date and time) $20 per class for members/$25 per class for nonmembers. You may purchase tickets HERE. Please indicate in the comments box which date(s) you will be attending.

Monday, February 21 All Day

Glen Ridge Public Schools

Monday, February 21 All Day

Forest Avenue School

Monday, February 21 All Day

Glen Ridge Public Library

The library will be closed for Presidents Day.

Tuesday, February 22 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Glen Ridge Public Library

This drop-in play group encourages socialization among children up to 4 years old. The library will provide age appropriate toys and books to play with while here. Caregivers are required to stay with their children while participating in the group. No registration is required. Open to everyone. All adults must wear a mask.

Tuesday, February 22 from 10:00 am to 11:30 am

Van Vleck House & Gardens

TUESDAYS, 5 WEEKSFEBRUARY 15, 2022 TO MARCH 15, 202210:00 AM – 11:30 AMThe course will focus on art forms and patterns found in the natural world, usingthe Van Vleck Gardens for study and inspiration. Topics explored will be the beauty, design, and function of various patterns such as branching, the spiral/Fibonacci, star/radial, symmetry and geometry in nature. Various art projects will be created inspired by this scrutiny, including drawing/painting, printmaking, cyanotypes,sculpture, etc.The class will be led by teaching artist and designer Karen Fuchs, who has a background in textile design and interior architecture. Register here