Seven For Seven: What To Do Around Town This Week

Every weekend, Patch will give you a guide as to the best events going on around town during the coming week, at least one for every single day. This next week there is everything from street fairs to group runs. Of course, good ideas for what to do can always be found at DestinationMontclair, the Montclair Arts Council's one-stop shop for arts and entertainment information.

-- Sunday, July 18  

     1) Whatever you do, don't miss the Mt. Carmel Street Fair, back by popular demand. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church is once again the host of this huge weekend event, marked by food, music, religious services, and fireworks.  Come listen to the fantastic Duprees, or see if you can become the next Montclair Idol.
On Sunday night, the traditional procession, where the statue of the Virgin Mary, over 100 years old, will be carried through the streets of Montclair and Glen Ridge. For more information go here.

-- Monday, July 19 

   1) Sure, Montclair practically has more sushi restaurants than Tokyo. But one getting rave reviews is Nouveau Sushi at 635 Bloomfield Avenue. Check it out. It's also one of those rare restaurants that's actually open and buzzing on Monday evenings.

-- Tuesday, July 20   7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

    1) Head over to Ruthie's Bar-B-Q for some great food and also to listen to the sounds of Gary Hamilton. Sit outside and BYOB.

    2) Also check out the Celebrating the Classics Storytime at Watchung Booksellers. Your 3 to 5-year-old will be excited to hear some of their favorite stories read aloud each Tuesday morning in July. Miss Elaine returns with her gift of storytelling and song. This week you'll hear H.A. Rey and his Curious George Books at 10:30 a.m.

-- Wednesday, July 21   7:30 p.m.

     1) Montclair's newest venue for sharing your talent is Studio 12, upstairs at 12 Church Street, every Wednesday night from 7:30 p.m. Listen to local faves like Meg Beattie Patrick, Greg Spinelli, Diana Liddy, Carrie Cantor, and others play rock, blues, and jazz, or take your turn at the open mic. No cover, light menu, dessert, and beverages availablle.

-- Thursday, July 22   6 p.m.

     1) Be spontaneous. Go for a group run sponsored by the popular running shop Fleet Feet. The group does a social Run/Walk at 6 p.m. on Thursdays. This is generally a shorter run, no more than five miles. On Sundays, runners meet at the store at 7 a.m. for a longer run. Group runs meet at the store at 603 Bloomfield Avenue. All are free.

-- Friday, July 23   6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

    1) Sunset Sense-Sations: Come out to the Van Vleck House and Gardens for a family friendly evening of discovery as we explore the creatures, sights, and sounds in nature after the sun sets. There will be activities, crafts, and live nocturnal animals. Rain or shine. Admission is $25/family; $20/family for Friends of Van Vleck. Pre-register by calling 973-744-0837 or emailing education@vanvleck.org.

    2) Crowded House also plays Friday night at the Wellmont Theatre.

-- Saturday, July 24 

    1) Stop by The Chocolate Path on Walnut Street and check out the tasting bar to find out which chocolatier they will be profiling. Delicious samples all day long.

   2) And, of course, don't miss the Montclair Farmers' Market in the Walnut Street Train Station parking lot from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.