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Food & Drink Related Events for the Week of April 13, 2026

Posted Mon, Apr 13, 2026, By Staff Writer
Are you a big foodie? Into wine tasting? Whether you want to cook a new dish or taste something you've never tried before, these events in North Jersey have got you covered.
Date and Time Mon, Apr 13, 2026, 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM
Location River Vale Public Library, 412 Rivervale Road, Community Room, River Vale, NJ, 07675  [View map]
Can you guess the Bagel flavor solely based on how it tastes? Join this taste testing challenge where we will be tasting multiple different bagels and determining what it is. This program may not be suitable for those with food allergies. For Grades 6 - 8 Only. Registration is required.
Date and Time Mon, Apr 13, 2026, 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
Location Montvale Public Library, 12 Mercedes Dr., Library Activity Room, Montvale, NJ, 07645  [View map]
Who wants to do some cooking? Food Explorers will be here to guide you through a journey of new foods and flavors making a yummy treat! Get ready to measure, stir, and create! This program is for 7 years and older. Space is limited and registration is required.
Date and Time Mon, Apr 13, 2026, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Location Hasbrouck Heights, Free Public Library of, 320 Boulevard, Children's Creativity Room, Hasbrouck Heights, NJ, 07604  [View map]
Earth Day is coming up and so are the worms! Dig into this sweet treat of chocolate pudding and gummy critters. Program for tweens and teens in grades 5 and up.
Date and Time Mon, Apr 13, 2026, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Location Sussex County Library - Sussex Wantage Branch, 69 County Rd 639, Community Room (Kitchen Side), Wantage, NJ, 07461  [View map]
Adults are invited to join culinary school graduate Lizzy Sliker for a fun and tasty time learning the delicious art of cupcake decorating. Today's class will feature a spring theme. All supplies provided. Space is limited, registration required.
Date and Time Mon, Apr 13, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Location Glen Ridge Free Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Meeting Room, Glen Ridge, NJ, 07028  [View map]
The regular monthly meeting of the Glen Ridge Public Library's Cookbook Club.
Date and Time Tue, Apr 14, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Location Upper Saddle River Public Library, 245 Lake St., USDR Powers Room, Upper Saddle River, NJ, 07458  [View map]
Are you bored with your meal choices? Would you like to make cooking and meal planning less stressful? Join us as ShopRite Dietitian Morgan Kratzer, MS, RDN, discusses ways to creatively stretch meals over multiple days. The presentation will be followed by a cooking demonstration that participants can sample. Limited to 20 participants.
Date and Time Tue, Apr 14, 2026, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Location Rutherford Free Public Library, 150 Park Ave, Glass Room, Rutherford, NJ, 07070  [View map]
Same recipe: we choose the book, you choose a recipe, we get together to enjoy a book-based potluck! We will be tasting recipes from the book Taste of Home One-Dish Meals: 210 Quick & Easy Favorites.
Date and Time Tue, Apr 14, 2026, 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location Madd Hatter Hoboken, 221 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ, 07030  [View map]
Cost Tickets range from $0.00 to $24.70
Organizer Organized by Madd Hatter Hoboken
Unlimited Tacos every Tuesday at the madd hatter
Date and Time Wed, Apr 15, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:15 PM
Location Northvale Public Library, 116 Paris Avenue, Community Meeting Room: Back, Northvale, NJ, 07647  [View map]
ShopRite Dietitian Caitlin will demonstrate how to make delicious and fun snacks for kids! Please let us know if you have any allergies!
Date and Time Wed, Apr 15, 2026, 3:45 PM to 4:45 PM
Location Westwood Public Library, 49 Park Avenue, Downstairs Meeting Room, Westwood, NJ, 07675  [View map]
Whip up a delicious cheesecake here at the library, no oven required!
Date and Time Wed, Apr 15, 2026, 4:00 PM to 11:00 PM
Location Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson, 2 Exchange Place, Jersey City, NJ, 07302  [View map]
Cost Ticket price: $0
Organizer Organized by Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson
Enjoy 15% off bottles of wine and $15 local cheese plates every Wednesday, 4–11 PM, with Manhattan skyline views.
Date and Time Wed, Apr 15, 2026, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Location 902 Brewing Co., 101 Pacific Avenue, Jersey City, NJ, 07304  [View map]
Cost Ticket price: $75.92
Organizer Organized by Sourdough Sweetie
Learn to make tasty sourdough from scratch at 902 Brewery – hands-on fun with great beer vibes!
Date and Time Wed, Apr 15, 2026, 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Location Haworth Municipal Library, 165 Stevens Place, Community/Meeting Room, Haworth, NJ, 07641  [View map]
Join us for our next meeting where we will be cooking and sampling recipes from Cook Like A Pro by Ina Garten. How it works: check out the cookbook from the front desk, make a recipe from the cookbook and bring it to share with other members. Join us on the 3rd Wednesday night of every month for food and fun! All skill levels welcome! Registration is required
Date and Time Wed, Apr 15, 2026, 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM
Location Glen Ridge Free Public Library, 240 Ridgewood Avenue, Glen Ridge, NJ, 07028  [View map]
Cook tender chicken cutlets with a bright, zesty rosemary lemon sauce in this fresh Italian favorite. Simple techniques, big flavor – perfect for all skill levels. Stop by and pick up your Spice Club kit starting on April 1st, featuring this month’s highlighted spice: Fresh Rosemary (while supplies last)
Date and Time Thu, Apr 16, 2026, 12:30 PM to 7:00 PM
Location BBB Liquors, 19 Goldsborough Drive, Bayonne, NJ, 07002  [View map]
Cost Ticket price: $0
Free wine tasting today
Date and Time Thu, Apr 16, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Location Allendale's Lee Memorial Library, 500 W Crescent Ave, Quilt Room, Allendale, NJ, 07401  [View map]
Kids ages 2-4 will be making a simple recipe and trying new foods with Registered Dietician Nicole Sayre. Learn some new skills and have a great snack!
Date and Time Thu, Apr 16, 2026, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Location Wallington's John F. Kennedy Memorial Library, 125 Main Ave., Meeting Room, Wallington, NJ, 07057  [View map]
Create, craft, and snack! Kids can join us for a delightful Edible Spring Garden Craft! For ages 5+. Limited Seats are available. Registration is required!
Date and Time Fri, Apr 17, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location Sussex County Library - Sussex Wantage Branch, 69 County Rd 639, Community Room (Kitchen Side), Wantage, NJ, 07461  [View map]
Learn the basics of bread making with Meg, owner and head baker in charge at Get Fed by Meg, your local bread lady. Enjoy an in person tutorial, and receive a guide to bread making and care package to take home! This program is BYOB; bring your own bowl. Bring a large mixing bowl with you to create your own dough! Seating is limited.
Date and Time Fri, Apr 17, 2026, 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Location Montclair Brewery, 101 Walnut Street, Montclair, NJ, 07042  [View map]
Cost Ticket price: $0
Organizer Organized by Montclair Brewery
Grab a bite of flavorful wings and more from this local food truck!
Date and Time Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Location Sussex County Library - E Louise Childs Memorial Branch, 21 Stanhope Rd, Community Room, Stanhope, NJ, 07874  [View map]
Twist on Thai Café is a family owned and operated restaurant in Hopatcong. Started by Patcharin "Ploy" Davis, this successful eatery has now been in business for twelve years! Join Ploy as she shares her love of Thai cuisine and culture as she demonstrates several of her favorite recipes. Registration is required.
Date and Time Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 1:00 PM to 1:45 PM
Location Sussex County Library - Sussex Wantage Branch, 69 County Rd 639, Community Room (Kitchen Side), Wantage, NJ, 07461  [View map]
Miss Lizzy will once again be coming to Sussex-Wantage to share her cupcake decorating techniques with us. Kids ages 6-17 are invited to have a delicious time creating their own spring themed cupcakes.
Date and Time Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location Mile Square Theatre, 1400 Clinton Street, Hoboken, NJ, 07030  [View map]
Cost Ticket price: $41.7
Organizer Organized by Little City Books, Hoboken, NJ
TICKET includes signed book and cupcakes!
Date and Time Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Location 563 Broad Street, Newark, NJ, 07102  [View map]
Cost Ticket price: $0
Organizer Organized by The Ghost Drinks
Get ready to sip, chat, and enjoy whiskeys at our Newark Whiskey Club meeting!
Date and Time Sat, Apr 18, 2026, 5:00 PM to Mon, Apr 13, 2026, 8:09 PM
Location Courtyard Edgewater NYC Area, 3 Pembroke Place, Edgewater, NJ, 07020  [View map]
Cost Ticket price: $64.8
Organizer Organized by CocuSocial
Classic French Macarons
Date and Time Sun, Apr 19, 2026, 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Location Franklin Lakes Public Library, 470 DeKorte Drive, Meeting Room, Franklin Lakes, NJ, 07417  [View map]
Experience Includes: 3 crafted mocktails per guest, Games and trivia between drinks to keep the class interactive, Educational elements (flavor profiles, techniques, presentation). Space is limited, must register online.
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