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April/May Meetings for Businesses

Denville Small Business Networking Event 
April 28th, 7pm 
Denville Township Municipal Building
Downtown Denville will join a Denville Small Business Networking event. Hear more about all the offerings the BID can provide as well as other key representatives from the State of NJ, Yelp and more. 

Downtown Denville Board or Directors Meeting (Closed Session, Board Only)
April 29th, 8:45am
Diamond Spring Brewery
The Downtown Denville BID Board of Directors will meet in a closed session to go over board objectives and direction, in preparation for our May 14th Open Public Meeting and session with our Executive Director. No action will be taken as this meeting.

Get Your Downtown Business Website for Free from New Frontier Storefront
May 4th, 7pm
Diamond Spring Brewery
New Frontier Storefront is an approved state vendor for a grant program to re-design and develop many businesses websites for free, They handle the whole process for you so you can have a robust new website featuring beautiful design, enhanced SEO, commerce options and more. More info here

Hear from other Downtown Denville businesses who have taken advantage of this opportunity. See wonderful award-winning examples from all around NJ and enjoy a cold draft. (Also open to Denville businesses outside of our district)
RSVP May 4th

Downtown Businesses & The Township
May 19, 8:30am
Community Room, Denville Municipal Building
Hosted by Downtown Denville. Learn the important processes for you business and how to work with Township Administration officials like zoning representatives, police, the board of health, fire inspection and more. (Open to all Denville businesses)
RSVP May 19th

Downtown Denville Board Meeting
May 14th, 9amDiamond Spring Brewery
Our regular status meeting for our Downtown business & property owners and the public. Come hear about our activities and the updates we are doing regarding business networking and support, promotions and downtown improvements.


COMING SOON: Does AI Know about Your Business?- It Better
May/June
Location: Looking for a Business to Host/Sponsor

AI has arguably been the most quickly adopted technology in human history.
Nearly everything we do is utilizing AI. Nearly 60% of internet search no longer delivers a user to a website. Instead, it produces an AI Summary (Google Gemini) and that’s all the user needs. Is Your Business Prepared to be in that AI Summary? Join us to hear how your business needs to adapt NOW. Naturally, we’ll also feature time to network with your fellow business owners.

Want to Help us orchestrate and host some of our meetings and sessions?

Join our Organizational Committee. Email Organizational Committee Chair, Pete for more info

Reorganization Meeting Jan 15th

Downtown Denville Re-organization Meeting
When: Thursday 7pm, 1/15/26
Where: Metro Elite Group, 1 Broadway, Suite 203, Denville NJ

WE NEED YOUR HELP !

What will we be discussing?

We are governed by the Open Public Meetings Act so we have logistical formats that we need to abide by but always have an open public portion and areas for participation.


New Board Members
We’ll be welcoming our newly elected Board Members, Alex Castro (Metro Elite Group) and Carolyn Healy (Resident) and have some required items such as selecting our board positions, committee chairs, etc…

Plans for 2026

As part of Main Street America, We operate with 4 key areas of focus and subcomittees that help those iniatiaves. We are also looking for business and property owners to join these committees and help.

DESIGN – This is to contiue to work on the overall experience of the downtown including beautification improvements, visual attractions, access and more. 


Past Successes: Facade Grant, Bloomfield Lot Walkway, Park at the Point
2026 Priorities: pop-up displays/outdoor spaces, More Attractions for Photo moments, etc… 

PROMOTIONS – a big initaitive and committee dedicated to marketing, PR, events and more.


Past Successes: Our huge social media reach and following, Continually featured in major press outlets as best downtown in area, county, NJ and more. Last year’s Fall Fest was a new event that attracted thousands and didn’t disrupt downtown flow on a Sunday
2026 Priorities: creating materials about the district/organization for new businesses, business support, website,  re-imaging the Holiday season and events that are less disruptive to businesses (not closing streets, etc…) 

ORGANIZATIONAL – This focuses on getting more people involved, business networking, fundraising and more.


Past Successes: secured Placer.AI data to gain valuable consumer insights, re-instituted more quarterly sessions for businesses 
2026 Priorities: providing businesses more data intelligence about foot traffic, shopping habits in the district, creating more business networking events, more sessions to help navigate the township, county and state regulations


Why we need you?

We want more of our businesses involved to:

  • Chair committees
  • Share ideas, tie-ins, collaborations
  • Created networking opportunities, etc..

We hope to see you Thursday and thanks to Metro Elite Group for providing the meeting space. 

FULL AGENDA HERE

Visit Downtown Denville

Your ultimate guide to everything happening in Downtown Denville from May 12 – May 18th! But did you really need a reason?

This week in Downtown Denville, enjoy a variety of events including trivia nights, fairy crown crafting and photo sessions, yoga, a grand opening ribbon cutting, and a rescheduled Rockaway River cleanup. Plus, all month long, visit butter+velvet design to experience a special in-store gallery showcasing local art, design, and fragrance as part of an exclusive giveaway.

Did we miss anything? Send us a DM on Instagram, and we will update the blog!


HAPPENING THIS WEEK IN DOWNTOWN DENVILLE


Wednesday, May 14th


🔁 Weekly on Wednesdays: Trivia at Thatchers



Thursday, May 15th


🔁 Weekly on Thursdays: Taproom Trivia at Diamond Spring



Friday, May 16th


Fairy Crown Making at Enchanted Storybooks & Portraits

Friday, 16th & Saturday 17th | 25 Broadway, Downtown Denville

Join Enchanted Storybooks and Portraits for a magical Fairy Experience in honor of the Denville Fairy Walk!

Fairy Flower Crown Craft 10am-11am – $25
Optional Fairy Portrait Add-On 12p-3pm – $75

Bundle it all together: The full experience—crafting and the photo session—is just $100 per child. And here’s the best part: the $100 fee is fully applicable as a print credit towards the creation of fairy art prints! This means you can use the cost of the event to order a beautifully printed fairy portrait to remember the day.

CONTACT

Saturday, May 17th


Rockaway River Annual Cleanup

Saturday, 9AM – 3 PM | 25 Pocono Road, Lower Parking Lot by ER

Pitch in to help the environment and your community during the annual Rockaway River Cleanup, sponsored by St. Clare’s Hospital and the Township of Denville. It’s a hands-on opportunity to protect local wildlife, beautify the area, and connect with neighbors who care. Every volunteer makes a difference—spread the word and lend a hand!

DETAILS

Cleopatra Sweets Grand Opening Celebration

Saturday, 11 AM | 34 1st Avenue, Downtown Denville


Come out to give an official welcome to one of our newest shops, Cleopatra Sweets Bakery. They will hold their ribbon cutting at 11 AM, then come on in to try some amazing desserts, pastries, croissants, and more with a free extra treat with purchase while supplies last.

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Yoga in the Round with North Capital Funding Co.

Saturday, 10 AM – 11 AM | 15 Second Ave, Downtown Denville

On select Saturdays all spring and summer enjoy outdoor yoga in Downtown Denville with North Capital Funding Corp.

Attendees will also receive a special promotion from Prana Yoga- a month of unlimited yoga for new students for only $49 instead of the normal $59. Additionally, each week, a local business will be offering a special offer only for attendees! Attendees will receive these promo codes upon attending Yoga in the Round.

Call/Text: 201-410-3174 to RSVP.

DETAILS

ALL MONTH


Art Showcase and butter+velvet design Bundle Giveaway

All Month | 11 Broadway, Downtown Denville

butter+velvet DESIGN is thrilled to announce an exclusive bundle raffle collaboration with @postdigital.ink and @artistscentfragrance! Together, they are celebrating the beauty of art, design, and scent with a special giveaway that brings all three worlds into one beautiful experience.

Throughout the entire month of May, they’ll be showcasing stunning artwork by both artists inside the store, transforming the space into a gallery that reflects their spirit of creativity. Come visit B+V, experience the art in person, and also enter for a chance to win on an instagram @butterandvelvet_design bundle featuring limited-edition prints and a signature fragrance. 

Stop by to soak in the beauty all month long!

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More Downtown Denville Events

To see future Downtown Denville events head to https://downtowndenville.com/upcoming-events/.

Celebrating National Small Business Week and Mother’s Day in Downtown Denville

Your ultimate guide to everything happening in Downtown Denville from May 5th-11th!

Downtown Denville is celebrating National Small Business Week and Mother’s Day this week with a packed schedule of creative, community-centered events. Kids can make fairy flower crowns, runners can join group meetups, and moms can enjoy early Mother’s Day treats like live music, spa treatments, local shopping AND enter two amazing giveaways. Plus, a Hollywood film shoot downtown shows off our town’s charm—even if it just means a closed lot for the day.

Did we miss anything? Send us a DM on Instagram, and we will update the blog!


MORE HAPPENING THIS WEEK IN DOWNTOWN DENVILLE



Monday, May 5th


Happy cinco de Mayo! Don’t forgot your favorite Downtown tacos!


Movie Filming – Parking Alert

Monday, all day | Lower Bloomfield Lot, Downtown Denville


The Lower Bloomfield Lot will be closed all day due to the filming of a Julianne Moore movie. While the set won’t be open to the public, it’s an exciting moment for Denville’s downtown charm. Just be sure to plan ahead and find alternate parking while the crew is in town.


Wednesday, May 7th


🔁 Weekly on Wednesdays: Trivia at Thatchers


Silent Book Club at Diamond Spring Brewing

Wednesday, 7 PM – 8 PM | 50 Broadway, Downtown Denville


Diamond Spring Brewing and the Denville Library are hosting a Silent Book Club at 7 PM. Bring any book, order a drink, and enjoy quiet reading in a laid-back setting. No pressure to read a certain book by a certain time and discuss it—just good vibes and pages turning. Registration is required through the Denville Library’s website, so sign up in advance!

RSVP

Thursday, May 8th


🔁 Weekly on Thursdays: Taproom Trivia at Diamond Spring


Sneaker Factory Community Run

Thursday, 6:30 PM | 55 Broadway, Downtown Denville


Lace up and join the local running crew for a guided group run starting at 6:30 PM at Sneaker Factory. All paces are welcome! The run finishes at Diamond Spring Brewing where your first round is on the house. It’s a great way to move, connect, and support National Small Businesses Week.

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Friday, May 9th


Middlemist Lane Salon Spring Pop-Up Event

10:30 AM – 2:30 PM | 21 Bloomfield Avenue, Downtown Denville

From 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM, head to Middlemist Lane Salon for a Spring Pop-Up full of pampering and shopping. Enjoy 15% off appointments, free Oribe treatments, a jewelry bar, locally roasted coffee drinks, and artwork by Art Alzano. It’s a fun midday celebration in honor of National Small Business Week.

LEARN MORE

Saturday, May 10th


Rockaway River Annual Cleanup

Saturday, 9AM – 3 PM | 25 Pocono Road, Lower Parking Lot by ER

Pitch in to help the environment and your community during the annual Rockaway River Cleanup, sponsored by St. Clare’s Hospital and the Township of Denville. It’s a hands-on opportunity to protect local wildlife, beautify the area, and connect with neighbors who care. Every volunteer makes a difference—spread the word and lend a hand!

DETAILS

Fairy Crown Making at Enchanted Storybooks & Portraits

Saturday, 10 AM – 11 AM | 25 Broadway, Downtown Denville

Join Enchanted Storybooks and Portraits for a magical Fairy Experience in honor of the Denville Fairy Walk!

Fairy Flower Crown Craft 10am-11am – $25
Optional Fairy Portrait Add-On 12p-3pm – $75

Bundle it all together: The full experience—crafting and the photo session—is just $100 per child. And here’s the best part: the $100 fee is fully applicable as a print credit towards the creation of fairy art prints! This means you can use the cost of the event to order a beautifully printed fairy portrait to remember the day.

CONTACT

Mother’s Day Garden Party at Diamond Spring Brewing Co.

Saturday, 12 PM-10 PM | 50 Broadway, Downtown Denville

We’re celebrating Mother’s Day a day early—join us Saturday, May 10th for a full day of fun, flavor, and pampering in the beer garden at Diamond Spring Brewing Co.

🧀 Charcuterie Cart by Amazing Graze | 12–3 PM
🛍️ Mother’s Day Mini-Market | 12–3 PM
💆 Urban Muse Spa Tent | 1–3 PM
🎶 Live Music from Sock Monster | 5–8 PM

This is the perfect day to sip, shop, snack, and celebrate all things mom. No reservations needed—just swing by and enjoy the day with us! 

DETAILS

Sunday, May 11th


Happy Mother’s Day! Win one of these Giveaways:


INMIKO Pamper Day Giveaway

Contest Ends May 10 | 27 Broadway, Downtown Denville

One lucky winner will get the full VIP experience in Downtown Denville!


🎁 The prize package includes:

💉 Beauty + Botox + Blowouts

👁️‍🗨️ Lashes + Brows + Makeup

💪 Pure Barre Membership
☕ Coffee, Breakfast or Lunch

🍻 Beers, Brews & Cheers

🛍️ Shopping & Gifted Goodies

📸 Mom & Me Photoshoot

ENTER

Urban Muse Spa Raffle

Enter by May 11 | 82 Broadway, Downtown Denville

Enter to win a luxurious spa package from The Urban Muse and a delicious meal from The Barn Cafe! Prize includes a facial, massage, and $25 Barn Cafe gift card. Follow the entry rules @theurbanmuse on Instagram:

ENTER

More Downtown Denville Events

To see future Downtown Denville events head to https://downtowndenville.com/upcoming-events/.

We Welcome May Events in Downtown Denville

Your ultimate guide to everything happening in Downtown Denville from April 28th – May 4th!

Downtown Denville is buzzing with energy this week, with something for everyone to enjoy! With a new month approaching, we have some new May events in Downtown Denville. Relax and recharge with Biofield Tuning sessions, Facial and Buccal Massage treatments, and yoga classes. Join the fun with lively trivia nights, and don’t miss our special happy hour event that could help a furry friend find their forever home. Moms, show off your skills in a math contest just for you, and wrap up the week with our festive “May the 4th Be With You” celebration! There’s no better time to experience the excitement of Downtown Denville.

Did we miss anything? Send us a DM on Instagram, and we will update the blog!


MORE HAPPENING THIS WEEK IN DOWNTOWN DENVILLE



Monday, April 28th


April Linson • Biofield Tuning at the Urban Muse

Monday, 4-9 PM By Appointment | 82 Broadway, Downtown Denville


Biofield Tuning is a fancy scientific term for bringing your energetic, physiological, and emotional bodies into a more balanced state.

During a Biofield Tuning session, you remain fully clothed on a massage table while the forks are activated in the space surrounding your body. Most often people drop into a deeply relaxed state of awareness.

BOOK

Wednesday, April 30th


🔁 Weekly on Wednesdays: Trivia at Thatchers



Thursday, May 1st


🔁 Weekly on Thursdays: Taproom Trivia at Diamond Spring


Christy Linson • Facial and Buccal Massage

Thursday, 4-9 PM By Appointment | 82 Broadway, Downtown Denville


Customized Facial and Buccal Massage combines manual techniques and Gua Sha for lymphatic drainage, lifting, and sculpting of the face, neck, and jaw. The session begins with a consultation, followed by a relaxing upper body massage to release tension. We then perform manual lymphatic drainage and myofascial release, culminating in a buccal (intra-oral) massage to sculpt and relax facial muscles.

BOOK

Friday, May 2nd


Special Happy Hour to Help Save a Pup at Diamond Spring Brewing

Outreach Event 4-10 PM, Live Music 6-9 PM | 50 Broadway, Downtown Denville

Diamond Spring Brewing Company is having a special event in honor of Josie to help her find a home!

Josie is a 3-year-old mixed breed with a heart full of love and a tail that never stops wagging who for whatever reason has not found her forever home yet. Meet this sweet girl at the event! Learn more at the link below. If you can’t adopt, be sure to attend the event and post lots of pictures so we can find Josie’s family!

www.coldnosewarmheart.org

ABOUT JOSIE

Saturday, May 3rd


Yoga in the round with North Capital Funding Corp.

Saturday, 10AM-11AM | May 3, 17, 31 | 15 2nd Ave, Downtown Denville

On select Saturdays all spring and summer enjoy outdoor yoga in Downtown Denville with North Capital Funding Corp.

Attendees will also receive a special promotion from Prana Yoga- a month of unlimited yoga for new students for only $49 instead of the normal $59. Additionally, Playa Bowls will be offering 15% off your total purchase to attendees that will be valid for this weekend only!  Attendees will receive these promo codes upon attending Yoga in the Round.

REGISTER

butter+velvet x Artiscent Pop-Up

Saturday, 11 AM -3 PM | 11 Broadway, Downtown Denville

butter+velvet DESIGN is excited to announce a pop-up collaboration with Artistscent! Artistscent creates beautifully scented candles in partnership with artists. They derive each candle’s design from an original piece of art, which they adapt onto reusable glass vessels through an exclusive license.

butter+velvet is proud to support small family businesses and invite you to experience their artwork on glass, eco-friendly packaging, and fragrance by artists.

The pop-up event will be on May 3rd, from 11am-3pm, but you will be able to enjoy their art and candles all month long!

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Math Mom Jeopardy Contest

Saturday, 1 -2 PM | 22 Broadway, Downtown Denville

Come out to Mathnasium for an afternoon of math trivia and prizes!

Are you a Math Mom? Could you use a $100 Amazon gift card to buy something you really want? Come to Mathnasium of Denville’s Math Mom Jeopardy Contest. It’s an hour of fun, math, snacks and laughs. Flex those Math Muscles! 

💪

The winner will find themselves earning a $100 AmazonGift Card and major bragging rights!

Mathnasium

2nd Annual Latin Night with North Capital Funding Corp.

Saturday, 6-8 PM | 50 Broadway, Downtown Denville

North Capital Funding is proud to sponsor the Second Annual Latin Night at Diamond Spring Brewing Company! 🎶💃🕺
🗓️ Saturday, May 3rd
⏰ 6-8 PM
🎤 Live performance by the incredible Tropy Band of Wharton, NJ!
Join us for a night of amazing music, dancing, and great vibes. Don’t miss out- mark your calendars and get ready to move to the rhythm! 🎺🎵🍻
Tag your dance crew and let’s make it a night to remember!

FOLLOW

Sunday, May 4th


May the 4th Be With You – Star Wars Day at Diamond Spring Brewing

12 PM – 6 PM | 50 Broadway, Downtown Denville
1-3 PM | Live Cantina Band (Denville String Band in costume!)
2 PM | Star Wars Trivia with Best Men Trivia in the Game Tent

On May the Fourth, in a galaxy not so far away, an epic Cantina Party awaits Star Wars enthusiasts far and wide!

🪐 Prepare for a spectacle like no other, as the renowned Denville String Band commences its intergalactic performance. Hear the familiar strains of the cantina song and more, reimagined in a once-in-a-lifetime setlist that defies the boundaries of the galaxy.
🪐 Trivia Knowledge and Patron Costumes shall be rewarded with prizes befitting their creativity and dedication.

INFO

All Month

Last Day to Sign Up for Painting Club

TODAY ONLY | 5 E Main Street, Downtown Denville

Painting Club at Art Classes with Mary Shadbolt registration begins! Last chance to sign up is April 28th.

SIGN-UP

A& R Interiors Spring Sale Event ENDS SATURDAY

27 E Main Street, Downtown Denville

SPRING INTO SAVINGS with our ANNUAL SPRING SALE with 40% off upholstery and special-order furniture. Many options available…made in America! Restrictions apply…visit us or call for details. Ends May 3rd.

VISIT

Mother’s Day Fantasy Portrait Sessions Now Booking

25 Broadway, Downtown Denville

Celebrate Mother’s Day with One-of-a-Kind Painterly Portraits. This spring, turn your cherished moments into timeless works of art with a painterly composite portrait while you honor the special women in your life for Mother’s Day, Enchanted Storybooks & Portraits helps you create a truly unique masterpiece.

🌷 Mother’s Day Portraits – Give the gift of a truly unique portrait this Mother’s Day. From intimate mother-and-child moments to beautiful family compositions, each piece is carefully crafted with hand-painted artistry for a portrait that’s as special as she is. 

BOOK

More Downtown Denville Events

To see future Downtown Denville events head to https://downtowndenville.com/upcoming-events/.

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