You've already committed to a moms' night out — great! Now that you've penciled a time and date into your calendar, the next step is figuring where to actually bring your crew. While Bergen County is filled with so many incredible restaurants and bars (with new ones popping up every week), sometimes it's nice to break out of the usual go-tos and tap into your creative side.
For your next GNO, explore another side of Bergen County and book a night out that is centered around fun versus food — not that you can't have both. Bergen is bursting with casual workshops and classes that are bound to bring an unexpectedly awesome evening. Here are some of our favorites.
Embroidery BabesIf you have a passion for fashion, let it run loose at one of Embroidery Babes' upcoming workshops. Now throughout the summer, they're hosting embroidery workshops around New Jersey where you'll learn how to hand embroider clothing and fine tune your stitching skills. Or if you have a larger group, plan a private event that lets you customize a creation while enjoying time with some of your favorite people.
Board & BrushLevel up the paint and sip experience at Board & Brush in Ramsey, where you and your friends will become a "DIY master" by getting your hands dirty working with wood while distressing, sanding, and staining to create a personalized wood sign. You'll leave with a farmhouse-inspired vintage design to add character to your home, while showing pride in your work. If you don't have a private event, check out one of their planned upcoming workshops happening throughout each week.
Pinot's PaletteTurn into Picasso at Pinot's Palette one-and-done painting classes, where you'll leave with a work of art every time. Paintings like Vibrant Moon, Ladybug Meadow, Monet's Water Garden, and Simply a Starry Night pair perfectly with drinks, music, and friends. Plus, with so many options on the calendar, it's easy to find a night that works for you.
The Flavor LabsOkay, we know we said no food, but if you do have a hunger to play chef for the night, do it at The Flavor Labs. Host a private event for just you and your crew in the studio, where you can choose from packages for up to 10 people including a 2-hour homemade spaghetti or cupcakes class, 2.5-hour cookie swap or cupcake wars, and a 2-hour mixology event. Split among your group, the class costs just about the same (or less) than you'd spend at a restaurant — and without the wait.
Hunt & OrchardYou may know this boutique's effortlessly chic clothing and accessories, but it also hosts adult nights out that are just as cool. Think: Summer-tini Candle Making to make a martini-inspired candle, Bingo Nights with tasty treats and exciting prizes courtesy of Hunt & Orchard, and more. Or for a larger party, hit them up to book a custom event.
