What Are Rec Nights?
What Are Rec Nights?
“Wellness at Campus Recreation stretches beyond the fitness floors. We pride ourselves on being more than just a gym. Check out Rec Nights to work on your social and emotional wellness! Unwind with us as you enjoy crafting events, essential oils, food events, and more! Come with friends or on your own to meet new people! Join us every Tuesday night from 7-9pm in the Student Recreation Center for fun and relaxation!”
Spring 2023 Events!
Do you enjoy painting and think your room may use a fresh touch? Visit our ceramic painting event to unwind while creating some pottery.
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, January 27
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Play large-scale board games with your pals, such as jenga, connect 4, and checkers. Don’t worry if GIANT things aren’t your thing; you can also play mini golf!
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, January 31
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Snacking and watching movies is always a great time! Join us as you can create your very own unique snack bowl that will make your movie or tv show experience so much better!
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, February 7
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Don’t have a special somebody this valentines day? That’s ok! Because the student rec center loves you and is not afraid to show it. Come make and decorate a heart shaped waffle, enter our raffle to win a pair of Beats headphones, and after you can relax and watch “10 Things I hate about You” in or around the Pool. Who knows, maybe you’ll meet a special someone?
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, February 14
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Is your room plain and boring? Come spice your room up with RecNights and make your own one-of-a-kind artwork. It’s a great distraction from studying and a new way to involve yourself on campus in a stress relieving environment.
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, February 21
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Do you need a change of scent? Come create some incredible smelling essential oil blends!
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, February 28
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Happy St. Patricks Day! Let’s get into the lucky spirit with button making, all materials will be provided ☘️
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, March 14
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Are you looking for a tasty snack? Come make your own charcuterie board by going to the student recreation center! All the goodies will be provided; just bring your imagination and Pinterest inspiration!
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, March 21
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Pictures are definelty worth a million words. Come create a frame for your favorite picture. All materials will be provided for you to create a custom frame.
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, March 28
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Tap into your Holiday spirit with Spring Egg Dyeing. Eggs and dye will be provided for everyone, just bring your creativity!
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, May 4
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, May 11
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
In honor of Earth Day, We will provide all the supplies, plants, and tools required to create your own plant environment. You will choose your succulent or cactus, ornaments, and glass terrariums for your plants.
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, May 18
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Every year, Denim Day is observed to assist survivors and raise awareness of sexual abuse in general among both participants and the general public. Join us as we celebrate Denim Day by decorating everything denim and learning more about its history. Bring your own denim objects to embellish or select from our selection of hats and bags made of denim.
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, May 25
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Come join us for a finals break and enjoy some Jello treats while watching a movie with Aquatic Planned Events! All toppings are provided, long as you bring your appetite!
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, June 3
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center- Lounge
Fall 2022 Events!
Need a break from classes? Come show your skills at our canvas painting night, make new friends while you’re at it!
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, November 8th
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center – Lounge
It is time for a new favorite mug! Come decorate your own with different art styles! You’re sure to have the best coffee with your new mug!
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, November 15th
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center – Lounge
Join us for a night to make your own bracelets! Bring your friends and make a night of it!
How do I Sign-up?
- Registration is not required.
- FREE for students with a valid Montclair State ID
Where and When?
- Tuesday, November 29th
- 7 – 9 p.m.
- Student Recreation Center – Lounge
Past Events
Check Out Our Past Events!
DIY Hand Sanitizer
Students creating their own hand sanitizers!
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Student painting and decorating their own hand sanitizer bottle.
Students painting and decorating their own hand sanitizer bottle.
Students choosing from a variety of decorations that they can use to decorate their hand sanitizer.
Student showing off their amazing decorated hand sanitizer bottle.
Archery Balloon Burst
Similar to carnival darts, but with bows and padded foam-tipped arrows!
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Students taking aim during archery tag.
Student takes aim with a bow and arrow ready for a game of archery tag balloon burst.
A tally of all the balloons that were hit during this game of archery tag balloon burst.
Student aiming at the balloons.
Canvas Crafts
Students designed their own canvas decorations and letting their imaginations run wild!
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A student’s canvas being worked on during the event.
Student in the process of decorating their canvas by painting.
Students decorating a canvas of their choosing with paint, glitter, and various items.
Students were given a table of supplies that they could use to decorate their canvas.
